Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

For I desired mercy, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.

American Standard Version (ASV)

For I desire goodness, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt-offerings.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

Because my desire is for mercy and not offerings; for the knowledge of God more than for burned offerings.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

For I delight in loving-kindness, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt-offerings.

World English Bible (WEB)

For I desire mercy, and not sacrifice; And the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

For kindness I desired, and not sacrifice, And a knowledge of God above burnt-offerings.