Hos 6:6 | HCSB | STEP | For I desire loyalty and not sacrifice , the knowledge of God rather than burnt offerings .

Hosea 6:6

6 For I desire loyalty and not sacrifice,
the knowledge of God ^a rather than ^{▼▼burnt offering(s): Or holocaust, an offering completely burned to ashes; it was used in connection with worship, seeking God's favor, expiating sin, or averting judgment.}burnt offerings. ^c