Contradiction with Jeremiah 7:23
Contradicts by indicating the emphasis on obedience to God's voice rather than just being formed to show forth His praise.
Jeremiah 7:23: But this thing commanded I them, saying, Obey my voice, and I will be your God, and ye shall be my people: and walk ye in all the ways that I have commanded you, that it may be well unto you.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 15:22
Contradicts by stating that obeying God is more important than offering sacrifices or praise.
1 Samuel 15:22: And Samuel said, Hath the LORD [as great] delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices, as in obeying the voice of the LORD? Behold, to obey [is] better than sacrifice, [and] to hearken than the fat of rams.
Contradiction with Matthew 15:8
Contradicts by highlighting that outward praise without genuine heart connection is insufficient.
Matthew 15:8: This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoureth me with [their] lips; but their heart is far from me.
Contradiction with Isaiah 29:13
Contradicts by indicating that mere words of praise are meaningless without true devotion and understanding.
Isaiah 29:13: Wherefore the Lord said, Forasmuch as this people draw near [me] with their mouth, and with their lips do honour me, but have removed their heart far from me, and their fear toward me is taught by the precept of men:
Contradiction with Amos 5:21-23
Contradicts by showing God's rejection of insincere festivals and praises that are not accompanied by righteous living.
Amos 5:21-23: I hate, I despise your feast days, and I will not smell in your solemn assemblies. [in...: or, your holy days]
Contradiction with Hosea 6:6
Contradicts by emphasizing the importance of knowing God and showing mercy over mere sacrifices and praise.
Hosea 6:6: For I desired mercy, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.
Contradiction with Micah 6:8
Contradicts by prioritizing doing justice, loving mercy, and walking humbly with God over performing acts of praise.
Micah 6:8: He hath shewed thee, O man, what [is] good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God? [walk...: Heb. humble thyself to walk]