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Matthew 12:7 Cross-References
Explore 11 cross-references for Matthew 12:7 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 12 verse 7 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“But if ye had known what this meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice, ye would not have condemned the guiltless.”
Matthew 12:7 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 12:7
'But if ye had known what this meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice, ye would not have condemned the guiltless.' Jesus quotes Hosea 6:6, indicting the Pharisees' inverted priorities. God desires 'mercy' (ἔλεος/eleos)—compassion, covenant love, caring for people—more than 'sacrifice' (θυσίαν/thysian)—religious ritual and ceremonial observance. This doesn't mean God despises sacrifice; He instituted it. Rather, when ritual conflicts with mercy, mercy takes precedence. The Pharisees valued ceremonial precision over human compassion—they'd condemn hungry disciples for technically violatin...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 12:7
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“and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.”
“and not sacrifice”
“and bow myself before the exalted God? Shall I come before him with burnt offerings”
“and he who condemns the righteous”
“and their rulers”
“You are mistaken, not knowing the Scriptures, nor the power of God.,Jesus answered and said unto them, Ye do err, not knowing the scriptures, nor the power of God.,,,,,,,,”
“you have murdered the righteous one. He doesn't resist you.”
“to save him from those who judge his soul.”
“and condemn the innocent blood.”