Proverbs 21:14

Lighthouse Bible 2006

A gift in secret pacifies anger: and a reward in the bosom strong wrath.

Cross References

Genesis 32:20

And say moreover, Behold, your servant Jacob is behind us. For he said, I will appease him with the present that goes before me, and afterward I will see his face; perhaps he will accept me.

Genesis 43:11

And their father Israel said to them, If it must be so now, do this; take of the best fruits in the land in your vessels, and carry down to the man a present, a little balm, and a little honey, spices, and myrrh, nuts, and almonds:

Proverbs 17:23

A wicked man takes a bribe out of the bosom to pervert the ways of justice.

Proverbs 17:8

A gift is as a precious stone in the eyes of him who has it: wherever it turns, it prospers.

Proverbs 18:16

A man’s gift makes room for him, and brings him before great men.

Proverbs 19:6

Many will appeal for the favor of the prince: and every man is a friend to him that gives gifts.

1 Samuel 25:35

So David received from her hand that which she had brought him, and said to her, Go up in peace to your house; see, I have heard and consented to your voice, and have accepted your person.