Soak Bible
Navigate

3To do justice and judgment is more acceptable to the LORD than sacrifice.

Proverbs 21:3

Linguistic Insight

of 6

Tap any underlined word in the verse to see its original meaning.

Commentary

Matthew Henry

(vv. 3)

Here, 1. It is implied that many deceive themselves with a conceit that, if they offer sacrifice, that will excuse them from doing justice, and procure them a dispensation for their unrighteousness; and this makes their way seem right , Prov. 21:2. We have fasted , Isa. 58:3. I have peace-offerings with me , Prov. 7:14. 2. It is plainly declared that living a good life (doing justly and loving mer...

My Notes

Notes are saved on this device.