1. HE that keepeth the law, multiplieth offerings.
2. It is a wholesome sacrifice to take heed to the commandments, and to depart from all iniquity.
3. And to depart from injustice, is to offer a propitiatory sacrifice for injustices, and a begging of pardon for sins.
4. He shall return thanks, that offereth fine flour: and he that doth mercy, offereth sacrifice.
5. To depart from iniquity is that which pleaseth the Lord, and to depart from injustice, is an entreaty for sins.
6. Thou shalt not appear empty in the sight of the Lord.
7. For all these things are to be done because of the commandment of God.
8. The oblation of the just maketh the altar fat, and is an odour of sweetness in the sight of the most High.
9. The sacrifice of the just is acceptable, and the Lord will not forget the memorial thereof.
10. Give glory to God with a good heart: and diminish not the firstfruits of thy hands.
11. In every gift shew a cheerful countenance, and sanctify thy tithes with joy.
12. Give to the most High according to what he hath given to thee, and with a good eye do according to the ability of thy hands: