Sirach 35:2-13

1. 2 He that requiteth a goodturn offereth fine flour; and he that giveth alms sacrificeth praise.

2. 3 To depart from wickedness is a thing pleasing to the Lord; and to forsake unrighteousness is a propitiation.

3. 4 Thou shalt not appear empty before the Lord.

4. 5 For all these things [are to be done] because of the commandment.

5. 6 The offering of the righteous maketh the altar fat, and the sweet savour thereof is before the most High.

6. 7 The sacrifice of a just man is acceptable. and the memorial thereof shall never be forgotten.

7. 8 Give the Lord his honour with a good eye, and diminish not the firstfruits of thine hands.

8. 9 In all thy gifts shew a cheerful countenance, and dedicate thy tithes with gladness.

9. 10 Give unto the most High according as he hath enriched thee; and as thou hast gotten, give with a cheerful eye.

10. 11 For the Lord recompenseth, and will give thee seven times as much.

11. 12 Do not think to corrupt with gifts; for such he will not receive: and trust not to unrighteous sacrifices; for the Lord is judge, and with him is no respect of persons.

12. 13 He will not accept any person against a poor man, but will hear the prayer of the oppressed.

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