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for all these things are to be done because of the commandment.
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The offering of a righteous man anoints the altar, and its pleasing odor rises before the Most High.
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The sacrifice of a righteous man is acceptable, and the memory of it will not be forgotten.
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Glorify the Lord generously, and do not stint the first fruits of your hands.
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With every gift show a cheerful face, and dedicate your tithe with gladness.
Revised Standard Version of the Bible, copyright 1952 [2nd edition, 1971] by the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved.