Verse 16

A person's gift opens doors for him and brings him into the presence of the great.

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Referenced Verses

  • Gen 32:20 : 20 He also instructed the second, the third, and all those who followed the herds: 'This is what you are to say to Esau when you meet him.'
  • 1 Sam 25:27 : 27 Now let this gift that your servant has brought to my lord be given to the young men who follow my lord.
  • Prov 17:8 : 8 A bribe is like a precious gem in the eyes of its giver; wherever it turns, it prospers.
  • Gen 43:11 : 11 Then their father Israel said to them, “If it must be so, then do this: Take some of the best products of the land in your bags and carry them as a gift to the man—a little balm, a little honey, spices, myrrh, pistachio nuts, and almonds.
  • Gen 33:10 : 10 Jacob said, 'No, please, if I have found favor in your eyes, accept this gift from me. Seeing your face is like seeing the face of God, now that you have accepted me.'
  • Prov 19:6 : 6 Many seek the favor of a generous person, and everyone is a friend to the one who gives gifts.
  • Prov 21:14 : 14 A gift given in secret soothes anger, and a bribe in the lap pacifies intense wrath.