Sirach 35:1-12 Common English Bible (CEB)

1. Whoever keeps the Lawgives many offerings;

2. whoever obeys the commandmentsmakes a sacrifice of well-being.

3. Whoever repays a kindnessoffers the finest flour,

4. and whoever does an act of charitymakes a sacrifice of praise.

5. Staying away from wickednesspleases the Lord,and keeping away from injusticemeans reconciliation.

6. Don’t come into the Lord’s presenceempty-handed,

7. since fulfilling the commandmentsmeans making offerings.

8. The righteous person’s offeringenriches the altar,and its pleasing odor comesbefore the Most High.

9. A righteous person’s offeringis acceptable,and its memory will last forever.

10. Honor the Lord generously,and don’t skimpon 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 generosityfrom what you have,

Sirach 35