Psalms 40:6

6 You do not want sacrifices and offerings; 1 you do not ask for animals burned whole on the altar or for sacrifices to take away sins. Instead, you have given me ears to hear you,

Psalms 40:6 In-Context

4 Happy are those who trust the Lord, who do not turn to idols or join those who worship false gods.
5 You have done many things for us, O Lord our God; there is no one like you! You have made many wonderful plans for us. I could never speak of them all - their number is so great!
6 You do not want sacrifices and offerings; you do not ask for animals burned whole on the altar or for sacrifices to take away sins. Instead, you have given me ears to hear you,
7 and so I answered, "Here I am; your instructions for me are in the book of the Law.
8 How I love to do your will, my God! I keep your teaching in my heart."

Cross References 1

  • 1. 40.6-8Hebrews 10.5-7.
Scripture taken from the Good News Translation - Second Edition, Copyright 1992 by American Bible Society. Used by Permission.