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Proverbs 21:27 Cross-References
Explore 11 cross-references for Proverbs 21:27 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 21 verse 27 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“The sacrifice of the wicked is abomination: how much more, when he bringeth it with a wicked mind? with: Heb. in wickedness?”
Proverbs 21:27 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 21:27
The wicked person's worship is inherently abominable to God—not merely imperfect but detestable. The second clause intensifies this: 'how much more' when worship is offered 'with a wicked mind'—hypocritically, manipulatively, or presumptuously. God looks at the heart, not external religious performance. The unregenerate person's best works are filthy rags (Isaiah 64:6); his worship is offensive. This destroys any notion of salvation by religious observance apart from regeneration. God desires truth in the inward parts; external compliance without heart transformation is worthless. Only through...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 21:27
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“as he who breaks a dog's neck; he who offers an offering”
“but the prayer of the upright is his delight.”
“and the sweet cane from a far country? your burnt offerings are not acceptable”
“I despise your feasts”
“even his prayer is an abomination.”
“I will not reprove thee for thy sacrifices or thy burnt offerings”
“which is called by my name”
“sheep and oxen”