Ben Sira 29:8-12

New American Bible (Revised Edition)

⁸But with those in humble circumstances be patient;
    do not keep them waiting for your alms.
⁹Because of the commandment, help the poor,
    and in their need, do not send them away empty-handed.^(A)
¹⁰Lose your money for relative or friend;
    do not hide it under a stone to rot.
¹¹Dispose of your treasure according to the commandments of the Most High,
    and that will profit you more than the gold.^(B)
¹²^[a]Store up almsgiving in your treasury,
    and it will save you from every evil.

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Footnotes

29:12–13 In Ben Sira’s day, almsgiving and righteousness were practically identified.

Sirach 29:8-12

Good News Translation

Generosity

⁸Nevertheless, be understanding with those who are poor. Don't keep them waiting for your generosity. ⁹The Lord has commanded us to help the poor; don't refuse them the help they need. ¹⁰It is better to lose your money by helping a relative or a friend than to lose it by letting it rust away under a rock somewhere. ¹¹Use your wealth as the Most High has commanded; this will do you more good than keeping your money for yourself. ¹²Count among your treasures the fact that you give to the poor. It will save you from all kinds of trouble

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