Ben Sira 35:3

3 To keep from wickedness is pleasing to the Lord, and to forsake unrighteousness is atonement.

Ben Sira 35:3 In-Context

1 He who keeps the law makes many offerings; he who heeds the commandments sacrifices a peace offering.

2 He who returns a kindness offers fine flour, and he who gives alms sacrifices a thank offering.

3 To keep from wickedness is pleasing to the Lord, and to forsake unrighteousness is atonement.

4 Do not appear before the Lord empty-handed,

5 for all these things are to be done because of the commandment.