ISB ~ Matthew 6 v2

give alms:Charitable gifts given to the poor (Sir 17:22; Lk 3:11; CCC 2447).

hypocrites:Refers to “actors” or “stage players”. Jesus may have certain scribes and Pharisees in mind (cf. 23:5, 27-28) who perform outward devotions to be seen and praised by men. The exercise of one’s faith can be public, so long as it flows from proper intentions (5:16).