Proverbs 21:27

The sacrifice of the wicked is abomination: how much more, when he bringeth it with a wicked mind?

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Other Translations for Proverbs 21:27

BSB
The sacrifice of the wicked is detestable-how much more so when brought with ill intent!
AKJV
The sacrifice of the wicked is abomination: how much more, when he brings it with a wicked mind?
CPDV
The sacrifices of the impious are abominable, because they are offered out of wickedness.
ERV
The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination: how much more, when he bringeth it with a wicked mind!
NHEB
The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination: how much more, when he brings it with a wicked mind.
SMT
The sacrifice of the unjust is an abomination, for also he will bring it in mischief.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Proverbs 21:27

ThesacrificeH2077Noun MasculineofthewickedH7563AdjectiveisabominationH8441Noun FemininehowmuchmorewhenhebringethH935VerbitwithawickedmindH2154Verb

Commentary for Proverbs 21:27

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 21:27
Summary
Evil person's offerings are detestable and doubly offensive
Event
Describing rejected offerings from evil people
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom