Proverbs 21:14

Modern English Version

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

Cross References

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.”

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 17:23

A wicked man accepts a concealed bribe to pervert the ways of justice.

Proverbs 17:8

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

Proverbs 18:16

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

Proverbs 19:6

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

1 Samuel 25:35

So David received from her hand what she had brought him and said to her, “Go up in peace to your house. See, I have obeyed your voice, and have granted your request.”