"I desire mercy and not sacrifice."

Christian2 · Post by **Christian2** » Wed May 11, 2005 8:44 am

Hello to all,

I am not sure what Jesus meant when He said:

Matthew 9:13, 13But go and learn what this means: "I desire mercy and not sacrifice.' For I did not come to call the righteous, but sinners, to repentance."

I know that Jesus is quoting this Scripture:

Hosea 6:6For I desire mercy and not sacrifice, And the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.

I've read a few articles on the Internet, but haven't found what I'm after.

It sounds like Jesus is abolishing animal sacrifices. It also suggests that Jesus' sacrifice on the cross was not what God wanted either.

Do any of you have any thoughts on this?

Thanks for the help.