Proverbs 17:8

New International Reader's Version

Those who give money think it will buy them favors. They think that no matter where they turn, they will succeed.

Cross References

Genesis 32:14

He chose 200 female goats and 20 male goats. He chose 200 female sheep and 20 male sheep.

Genesis 32:21

So Jacob’s gifts went on ahead of him. But he himself spent the night in the camp.

Genesis 43:11

Then their father Israel spoke to them. He said, “If that’s the way it has to be, then do what I tell you. Put some of the best things from our land in your bags. Take them down to the man as a gift. Take some lotion and a little honey. Take some spices and myrrh. Take some pistachio nuts and almonds.

Psalm 18:16

He reached down from heaven. He took hold of me. He lifted me out of deep waters.

Psalm 19:6

It rises at one end of the heavens. Then it moves across to the other end. Everything enjoys its warmth.

Psalm 21:13

Lord, may you be honored because you are strong. We will sing and praise your might.

Psalm 29:4

The voice of the Lord is powerful. The voice of the Lord is majestic.

Exodus 23:8

“Do not take money from people who want special favors. It makes you blind to the truth. It twists the words of good people.

Proverbs 17:23

Anyone who does wrong accepts favors in secret. Then they turn what is right into what is wrong.

Proverbs 18:16

A gift opens the door and helps the giver meet important people.

Proverbs 21:14

A secret gift calms down anger. A hidden favor softens great anger.

Ecclesiastes 7:7

When a wise person takes wealth by force, they become foolish. It is sinful to take money from people who want special favors.

Isaiah 1:23

Your rulers refuse to obey the Lord. They join forces with robbers. All of them love to accept money from those who want special favors. They are always looking for gifts from other people. They don’t stand up in court for children whose fathers have died. They don’t do it for widows either.

Amos 5:12

I know how many crimes you have committed. You have sinned far too much. Among you are people who crush those who have done no wrong. They accept money from people who want special favors. They take away the rights of poor people in the courts.

Micah 7:3

They are very good at doing what is evil. Rulers require gifts. Judges accept money from people who want special favors. Those who are powerful always get what they want. All of them make evil plans together.

Deuteronomy 16:19

Do what is right. Treat everyone the same. Don’t take money from people who want special favors. It makes those who are wise close their eyes to the truth. It twists the words of those who have done nothing wrong.

1 Samuel 25:35

Then David accepted from her what she had brought him. He said, “Go home in peace. I’ve heard your words. I’ll do what you have asked.”