Proverbs 21:3

Proverbs 21:3 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

3To do what is right and just

is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice.

3To do righteousness and justice

Is preferred by the Lord more than sacrifice.

3To do righteousness and justice

Is desired by the Lord more than sacrifice.

3To do righteousness and justice

Is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice [for wrongs repeatedly committed]. [1 Sam 15:22; Prov 15:8; Is 1:11; Hos 6:6; Mic 6:7, 8]

3To do righteousness and justice

is more desirable to the Lord than sacrifice.

3Do what is right and fair.

The Lord accepts that more than sacrifices.