Proverbs 17:8 - King James Version (Oxford) 17698 A gift is as a precious stone in the eyes of him that hath it: Whithersoever it turneth, it prospereth. See the chapterMore versionsAmplified Bible - Classic Edition8 A bribe is like a bright, precious stone that dazzles the eyes and affects the mind of him who gives it; [as if by magic] he prospers, whichever way he turns. See the chapterAmerican Standard Version (1901)8 A bribe is as a precious stone in the eyes of him that hath it; Whithersoever it turneth, it prospereth. See the chapterCommon English Bible8 A bribe seems magical in the eyes of those who give it, granting success to all who use it. See the chapterCatholic Public Domain Version8 The expectation of those who stand ready is a most pleasing jewel. Whichever way he turns himself, he understands prudently. See the chapterDouay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version8 The expectation of him that expecteth, is a most acceptable jewel: whithersoever he turneth himself, he understandeth wisely. See the chapter |