Sir 35:1-13

1To keep the law is to make many offerings;^a

2whoever observes the commandments sacrifices a peace offering.

3By works of charity one offers fine flour,^*

4and one who gives alms presents a sacrifice of praise.

5To refrain from evil pleases the Lord,

and to avoid injustice is atonement.

6Do not appear before the Lord empty-handed,

7for all that you offer is in fulfillment of the precepts.^b

8The offering of the just enriches the altar:

a sweet odor before the Most High.

9The sacrifice of the just is accepted,

never to be forgotten.

10With a generous spirit pay homage to the Lord,

and do not spare your freewill gifts.^c

11With each contribution show a cheerful countenance,

and pay your tithes in a spirit of joy.^d

12Give to the Most High as he has given to you,

generously, according to your means.

13For he is a God who always repays

and will give back to you sevenfold.^e