Genesis 32:13

New Living Translation

Jacob stayed where he was for the night. Then he selected these gifts from his possessions to present to his brother, Esau:

Cross References

Genesis 13:16

And I will give you so many descendants that, like the dust of the earth, they cannot be counted!

Genesis 15:5

Then the Lord took Abram outside and said to him, “Look up into the sky and count the stars if you can. That’s how many descendants you will have!”

Genesis 18:2

He looked up and noticed three men standing nearby. When he saw them, he ran to meet them and welcomed them, bowing low to the ground.

Genesis 22:17

I will certainly bless you. I will multiply your descendants beyond number, like the stars in the sky and the sand on the seashore. Your descendants will conquer the cities of their enemies.

Genesis 32:14

200 female goats, 20 male goats, 200 ewes, 20 rams,

Genesis 33:10

But Jacob insisted, “No, if I have found favor with you, please accept this gift from me. And what a relief to see your friendly smile. It is like seeing the face of God!

Genesis 33:8

“And what were all the flocks and herds I met as I came?” Esau asked. Jacob replied, “They are a gift, my lord, to ensure your friendship.”

Genesis 42:6

Since Joseph was governor of all Egypt and in charge of selling grain to all the people, it was to him that his brothers came. When they arrived, they bowed before him with their faces to the ground.

Genesis 43:11

So their father, Jacob, finally said to them, “If it can’t be avoided, then at least do this. Pack your bags with the best products of this land. Take them down to the man as gifts—balm, honey, gum, aromatic resin, pistachio nuts, and almonds.

Genesis 43:26

When Joseph came home, they gave him the gifts they had brought him, then bowed low to the ground before him.

Nehemiah 4:13

So I placed armed guards behind the lowest parts of the wall in the exposed areas. I stationed the people to stand guard by families, armed with swords, spears, and bows.

Proverbs 17:8

A bribe is like a lucky charm; whoever gives one will prosper!

Proverbs 18:16

Giving a gift can open doors; it gives access to important people!

Proverbs 19:6

Many seek favors from a ruler; everyone is the friend of a person who gives gifts!

Proverbs 21:14

A secret gift calms anger; a bribe under the table pacifies fury.

1 Samuel 25:27

And here is a present that I, your servant, have brought to you and your young men.

1 Samuel 25:8

Ask your own men, and they will tell you this is true. So would you be kind to us, since we have come at a time of celebration? Please share any provisions you might have on hand with us and with your friend David.”