Do not commit the same sin twice; once is enough to bring punishment upon you.
Do not say, “When I sacrifice to God, the Most High will take into account the number of gifts and he will accept them.”
Pray with a strong spirit and do not neglect to give alms.
Do not despise a man when he is downcast, for there is one who casts down and who raises up.
Do not lie about your brother; likewise, do not lie about your friend.
Do not allow yourself any kind of lie for nothing good will come of it.
Sirach 7:8-13