Ben Sira 34:22

22 the gifts of the lawless are not acceptable.

Ben Sira 34:22 In-Context

20 He lifts up the soul and makes the eyes sparkle; he gives health and life and blessing.

21 If one sacrifices ill-gotten goods, the offering is blemished;

22 the gifts of the lawless are not acceptable.

23 The Most High is not pleased with the offerings of the ungodly, nor for a multitude of sacrifices does he forgive sins.

24 Like one who kills a son before his father's eyes is the person who offers a sacrifice from the property of the poor.

Footnotes

• [a]. Other ancient authorities read [mockeries]