Sirach (Ecclesiasticus) 35:1-6 Good News Bible Catholic Edition (GNBDK)

1. Keeping the Law is worth many offerings; it is a fellowship offering in itself.

2. Returning a kindness is like a grain offering; giving to the poor is like a thanksgiving offering.

3. Keeping away from sin will please the Lord and make atonement for sin.

4. But don't come to the Temple without an offering;

5. the Law requires that you bring one.

6. When a righteous person offers a sacrifice and the fat drips down on the altar, a pleasant smell rises to the Most High.

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