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Matthew 6:3

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial

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KJV ORIGINAL

But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth:

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

But when you're helping people out or giving to those who need it, keep it so low-key that even you barely notice you're doing it.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Give so quietly that you surprise yourself with your own generosity.

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