Isaiah 43:23 Meaning
Thou hast not brought me the small cattle of thy burnt offerings; neither hast thou honoured me with thy sacrifices. I have not caused thee to serve with an offering, nor wearied thee with incense.
Context Explained
21This people have I formed for myself; they shall shew forth my praise.
22But thou hast not called upon me, O Jacob; but thou hast been weary of me, O Israel.
23Thou hast not brought me the small cattle of thy burnt offerings; neither hast thou honoured me with thy sacrifices. I have not caused thee to serve with an offering, nor wearied thee with incense.
24Thou hast bought me no sweet cane with money, neither hast thou filled me with the fat of thy sacrifices: but thou hast made me to serve with thy sins, thou hast wearied me with thine iniquities.
25I, even I, am he that blotteth out thy transgressions for mine own sake, and will not remember thy sins.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Micah 6:6-8
Both passages discuss the importance of genuine worship over mere rituals.
Hebrews 10:5-6
This verse explains that God desires obedience rather than sacrifices.
Matthew 9:13
Jesus emphasizes mercy over sacrifice, echoing the sentiment in Isaiah.
Source: Isaiah 43:23