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3To do justice and judgment is more acceptable to the LORD than sacrifice.
Proverbs 21:3 —
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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...
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