1 WHOEVER hastens to make offering before the Lord's face, the Lord for his part will hasten that offering by granting of his work. (2EN) 2 But whoever increases his lamp before the Lord's face and make not true judgement, the Lord will not increase his treasure in the realm of the highest. (2EN)
2 Enoch 45:1–2
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Sirach 7:8–10
8 Don’t commit a sin twice, for even in one you will not be unpunished. (WEB) 9 Don’t say, “He will look upon the multitude of my gifts. When I make an offering to the Most High God, he will accept it.” (WEB) 10 Don’t be faint-hearted in your prayer. Don’t neglect to give alms. (WEB)
Sirach 35:7–9
7 The sacrifice of a righteous man is acceptable. It won’t be forgotten. (WEB) 8 Glorify the Lord with generosity. Don’t reduce the first fruits of your hands. (WEB) 9 In every gift show a cheerful countenance, And dedicate your tithe with gladness. (WEB)
2 Enoch 61:2–4
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Sirach 35:1–2
1 He who keeps the law multiplies offerings. He who heeds the commandments sacrifices a peace offering. (WEB) 2 He who returns a kindness offers fine flour. He who gives alms sacrifices a thank offering. (WEB)
Sirach 29:10–12
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2 Enoch 62:1–2
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Sirach 32:15–17
15 He who seeks the law shall be filled with it, but the hypocrite will stumble at it. (WEB) 16 Those who fear the Lord will find true judgment, and will kindle righteous acts like a light. (WEB) 17 A sinful man shuns reproof, and will find a judgment according to his will. (WEB)
Sirach 34:19–21
19 The Most High has no pleasure in the offerings of the ungodly, Neither is he pacified for sins by the multitude of sacrifices. (WEB) 20 Like one who kills a son before his father’s eyes is he who brings a sacrifice from the goods of the poor. (WEB) 21 The bread of the needy is t… (WEB)
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