Ben Sira 35:1-6

1 HE that keepeth the law, multiplieth offerings.

2 It is a wholesome sacrifice to take heed to the commandments, and to depart from all iniquity. _J

3 And to depart from injustice, is to offer a propitiatory sacrifice for injustices, and a begging of pardon for sins.

4 He shall return thanks, that offereth fine flour: and he that doth mercy, offereth sacrifice.

5 To depart from iniquity is that which pleaseth the Lord, and to depart from injustice, is an entreaty for sins.

6 Thou shalt not appear empty in the sight of the Lord.