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Matthew 12:7

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
But if ye had known what this meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice, ye would not have condemned the guiltless.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

If you actually understood what it means when I say 'I want mercy, not ritual sacrifice,' you wouldn't have gone after innocent people.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God cares more about compassion than checking religious boxes.

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