Proverbs 21:14

The Scriptures 1998

A gift in secret subdues displeasure, And a bribe in the bosom, strong wrath.

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and you shall say, ‘Also look, your servant Yaʽ

And their father Yisra’ĕ

One who is wrong accepts a bribe behind the back To pervert the paths of right-ruling.

A bribe is a stone of favour in the eyes of its owner; Wherever he turns, he prospers.

A man’s gift makes room for him, And brings him before great men.

Many entreat the favour of the noble. And all are friends to him who gives gifts.

And Dawiḏ