Proverbs 18:16

Modern English Version

The gift of a man opens the way for him, and brings him before great men.

Cross References

Proverbs 19:6

Many will entreat the favor of the prince, and every man is the friend to a man who gives gifts.

Genesis 43:11

Their father Israel said to them, “If it must be so, do this. Take some of the best fruits in the land in your bags, and carry down a present for the man: a little balm and a little honey, spices, and myrrh, pistachio nuts and almonds.

Proverbs 17:8

A gift is like a charm in the eyes of him who has it; wherever he turns, he prospers.

1 Samuel 25:27

Now let this blessing which your maidservant has brought to my lord be given to the young men who follow my lord.

Genesis 33:10

Jacob said, “No, I pray you, if I have now found favor in your sight, then receive my gift from my hand. For I have seen your face, and it is as though I have seen the face of God, with you having received me favorably.

Genesis 32:20

Moreover, say, ‘Your servant Jacob is behind us.’ ” For he said, “I will appease him with the gift that goes before me, and then I will see his face. Perhaps he will accept me.”

Proverbs 21:14

A gift in secret pacifies anger, and a bribe under cover, strong wrath.

1 Samuel 16:20

Jesse took a donkey laden with bread, a bottle of wine, and a young goat and he sent them with his son David to Saul.

Proverbs 18:17

He who is the first to make his case seems righteous, but his neighbor comes and cross-examines him.

2 Kings 5:5

The king of Aram said, “Go, and I will send a letter to the king of Israel.” So he went and took with him ten talents of silver, six thousand shekels of gold, and ten sets of clothes.