3 To do justice and judgment is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice.
3 To do what is right and just is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice.
3 To do righteousness and justice is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice.
3 Clean living before God and justice with our neighbors mean far more to God than religious performance.
3 To do righteousness and justice Is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice.
3 The Lord is more pleased when we do what is right and just than when we offer him sacrifices.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 21:3
Commentary on Proverbs 21:3
(Read Proverbs 21:3)
Many deceive themselves with a conceit that outward devotions will excuse unrighteousness.