Sirach 35:5-15

5 Staying away from wickedness pleases the Lord, and keeping away from injustice means reconciliation.
6 Don't come into the Lord's presence empty-handed,
7 since fulfilling the commandments means making offerings.
8 The righteous person's offering enriches the altar, and its pleasing odor comes before the Most High.
9 A righteous person's offering is acceptable, and its memory will last forever.
10 Honor the Lord generously, and don't skimp on the early produce you present.
11 Every time you give, have a cheerful face, and dedicate your tithe gladly.
12 Give to the Most High as he has given, and give with generosity from what you have,
13 because the Lord is the one who repays, and he will repay you seven times over.
14 Don't offer a bribe, because the Lord won't accept it.
15 Don't present an unrighteous sacrifice, because the Lord is a judge, and he shows no partiality.

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