Proverbs 21:14

New International Version

A gift given in secret soothes anger, and a bribe concealed in the cloak pacifies great wrath.

Cross References

Genesis 32:20

And be sure to say, ‘Your servant Jacob is coming behind us.’ ” For he thought, “I will pacify him with these gifts I am sending on ahead; later, when I see him, perhaps he will receive me.”

Genesis 43:11

Then their father Israel said to them, “If it must be, then do this: Put some of the best products of the land in your bags and take them down to the man as a gift—a little balm and a little honey, some spices and myrrh, some pistachio nuts and almonds.

Proverbs 17:23

The wicked accept bribes in secret to pervert the course of justice.

Proverbs 17:8

A bribe is seen as a charm by the one who gives it; they think success will come at every turn.

Proverbs 18:16

A gift opens the way and ushers the giver into the presence of the great.

Proverbs 19:6

Many curry favor with a ruler, and everyone is the friend of one who gives gifts.

1 Samuel 25:35

Then David accepted from her hand what she had brought him and said, “Go home in peace. I have heard your words and granted your request.”