⁸ Rather, be openhanded^(A) and freely lend them whatever they need. ⁹ Be careful not to harbor this wicked thought: “The seventh year, the year for canceling debts,^(B) is near,” so that you do not show ill will^(C) toward the needy among your fellow Israelites and give them nothing. They may then appeal to the Lord against you, and you will be found guilty of sin.^{(D) 10} Give generously to them and do so without a grudging heart;^(E) then because of this the Lord your God will bless^(F) you in all your work and in everything you put your hand to.