Sirach 35:1-15

New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition

35 The one who keeps the law makes many offerings;
²     one who heeds the commandments makes an offering of well-being.
³ The one who returns a kindness offers choice flour,
⁴     and one who gives alms sacrifices a thank offering.
⁵ To keep from wickedness is pleasing to the Lord,
    and to forsake unrighteousness is an atonement.
⁶ Do not appear before the Lord empty-handed,
⁷     for all that you offer is in fulfillment of the commandment.
⁸ The offering of the righteous enriches the altar,
    and its pleasing odor rises before the Most High.
⁹ The sacrifice of the righteous is acceptable,
    and it will never be forgotten.
¹⁰ Be generous when you worship the Lord,
    and do not stint the first fruits of your hands.
¹¹ With every gift show a cheerful face,
    and dedicate your tithe with gladness.
¹² Give to the Most High as he has given to you,
    and as generously as you can afford.
¹³ For the Lord is the one who repays,
    and he will repay you sevenfold.

¹⁴ Do not offer him a bribe, for he will not accept it;
¹⁵     and do not rely on a dishonest sacrifice;
for the Lord is the judge,
    and with him there is no partiality.