Berean Standard Bible (BSB)
For I desire mercy, not sacrifice, and the knowledge of God rather than burnt offerings.
World English Bible (WEB)
For I desire mercy, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.
Strong's King James
For I desired{H2654}{(H8804)} mercy{H2617}, and not sacrifice{H2077}; and the knowledge{H1847} of God{H430} more than burnt offerings{H5930}.
The F.O.G *
For I delight in covenant love, rather than sacrifice, And the knowledge of God, rather than burnt offerings.
The F.O.G Message *
Young's Literal Translation
For kindness I desired, and not sacrifice, And a knowledge of God above burnt-offerings.
