King James Bible
"That thine alms may be in secret: and thy Father which seeth in secret himself shall reward thee openly."
Jesus instructs disciples to give charitable gifts privately, without public display or announcement. This contrasts sharply with the hypocrites mentioned in verse 2 who sound trumpets to attract attention to their giving. God's omniscience extends to hidden acts of righteousness, emphasizing His intimate knowledge of human hearts and deeds. The phrase underscores that divine approval matters more than human recognition. The Father personally ensures recompense for secret generosity, though 'openly' may refer to the final judgment rather than immediate earthly recognition. This promise completes the reversal: those who seek human praise receive only that, while those who seek God's approval receive His lasting reward.