Proverbs 21:3 meaning and explanation

To do righteousness and justice is more desirable to the LORD than sacrifice.

Proverbs 21:3, Berean Standard Bible

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Proverbs 21:3 comes from a collection of wise sayings in ancient Israel, where worship at the temple included animal sacrifice. The verse does not reject sacrifice itself but ranks it below right conduct.

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