Verse of the Day

　　

Proverbs 21:3

To do what is right and just is more acceptable to the LORD than sacrifice.

　　

Translations of Today's Verse

King James Version

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

English Standard Version

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

The Message

Clean living before God and justice with our neighbors mean far more to God than religious performance.

New King James Version

To do righteousness and justice Is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice.

New Living Translation

The LORD is more pleased when we do what is just and right than when we give him sacrifices.

　　

Commentary on Today's Verse

Commentary on Proverbs 21:3

(Read Proverbs 21:3)

　　Many deceive themselves with a conceit that outward devotions will excuse unrighteousness.

　　

Proverbs 21:3 In-Context

1 In the Lord's hand the king's heart is a stream of water that he channels toward all who please him.

　　2 A person may think their own ways are right, but the Lord weighs the heart.

　　3 To do what is right and just is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice.

　　4 Haughty eyes and a proud heart- the unplowed field of the wicked-produce sin.

　　5 The plans of the diligent lead to profit as surely as haste leads to poverty.