² All deeds are right in the sight of the doer,
    but the Lord weighs the heart.^(A)

³ To do righteousness and justice
    is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice.^(A)

¹³ If you close your ear to the cry of the poor,
    you will cry out and not be heard.^(A)

²¹ Whoever pursues righteousness and kindness
    will find life^[a] and honor.^(A)