Hebrews 10:8

Above when he said, Sacrifice and offering and burnt offerings and offering for sin thou wouldest not, neither hadst pleasure therein; which are offered by the law;

Cross-references

Hebrews 10:4 Historical context

In Hebrews 10:4, it states that animal blood cannot remove sin, explaining why God rejects them in v8.

Leviticus 1:3 prescribes burnt offerings God says He does not desire in Hebrews 10:8 — a contrast between OT law and Christ's sacrifice.

Ezekiel 45:23 details specific offerings for festivals; Hebrews 10:8 declares God does not desire such offerings — a direct contrast.

Romans 10:4 Parallel

Romans 10:4 says Christ is the end of the law; Hebrews 10:8 shows God no longer wants its sacrifices. Both point to Christ superseding the law.

Colossians 2:14 describes the cancellation of the law's demands; Hebrews 10:8 similarly indicates God sets aside sacrifices. Both affirm the old covenant is replaced.