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Sirach 35:6 - Meaning and Application
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Translation: World English Bible — Catholic Edition
" The offering of the righteous enriches the altar. The sweet fragrance of it is before the Most High. "
Sirach 35:6
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4 See that you don’t appear in the presence of the Lord empty.
5 For all these things are done because of the commandment.
6 The offering of the righteous enriches the altar. The sweet fragrance of it is before the Most High.
7 The sacrifice of a righteous man is acceptable. It won’t be forgotten.
8 Glorify the Lord with generosity. Don’t reduce the first fruits of your hands.
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Sirach 35:1
"He who keeps the law multiplies offerings. He who heeds the commandments sacrifices a peace offering."
Sirach 35:2
"He who returns a kindness offers fine flour. He who gives alms sacrifices a thank offering."
Sirach 35:3
"To depart from wickedness pleases the Lord. To depart from unrighteousness is an atoning sacrifice."
Sirach 35:4
"See that you don’t appear in the presence of the Lord empty."
Sirach 35:5
"For all these things are done because of the commandment."
Sirach 35:7
"The sacrifice of a righteous man is acceptable. It won’t be forgotten."
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