Now there was a praiseworthy custom amongst the Jews, that those who were able and willing should put something into the treasury, for the maintenance of the priests, the poor, and the widows.
Wherefore there is added, “And many that were rich cast in much.”
But whilst many people were so engaged, a poor widow came up, and shewed her love by offering money according to her ability.
Wherefore it is said, “And there came a certain poor widow, and she threw in two mites, which make a farthing.”
Reproduced in full. Translation: Oxford 1841 (Newman), public domain (Public domain).