Bible Cross References
A man's gift maketh room for him, and bringeth him before great men.
Proverbs 17:8
Some people think a bribe works like magic; they believe it can do anything.
Proverbs 19:6
Everyone tries to gain the favor of important people; everyone claims the friendship of those who give out favors.
Proverbs 21:14
If someone is angry with you, a gift given secretly will calm him down.
Genesis 32:20
You must say, 'Yes, your servant Jacob is right behind us.' " Jacob was thinking, "I will win him over with the gifts, and when I meet him, perhaps he will forgive me."
Genesis 33:10
Jacob said, "No, please, if I have gained your favor, accept my gift. To see your face is for me like seeing the face of God, now that you have been so friendly to me.
Genesis 43:11
Their father said to them, "If that is how it has to be, then take the best products of the land in your packs as a present for the governor: a little resin, a little honey, spices, pistachio nuts, and almonds.
1 Samuel 25:27
Please, sir, accept this present I have brought you, and give it to your men.