Proverbs 21:14

The Passion Translation

Try giving a secret gift to the one who is angry with you and watch his anger disappear. A kind, generous gift goes a long way to soothe the anger of one who is livid.

Cross References

Genesis 32:20

And be sure to say, ‘Your servant Jacob is coming behind us,’ ” because he reasoned, “If I can appease Esau with these gifts before I have to meet him face-to-face, he may accept me.”

Genesis 43:11

After considering their words, their father Israel said to them, “If that’s the way it has to be, then do this: Load your donkeys with the very best gifts you can find, choice products of the land, and offer them to the man. Take some balm and some honey, spices, and myrrh, pistachio nuts and almonds.

Proverbs 17:23

When you take a secret bribe, your actions reveal your true character, for you pervert the ways of justice.

Proverbs 17:8

Wise instruction is like a costly gem. It turns the impossible into success.

Proverbs 18:16

Would you like to meet a very important person? Take a generous gift. It will do wonders to gain entrance into his presence.

Proverbs 19:6

Everyone wants to be close to the rich and famous, but a generous person has all the friends he wants!