A bribe is like a precious stone in the eyes of him who has it; wherever he turns, he prospers.

Many entreat the favor of the nobility, and everyone is friends with him who gives gifts.

A gift in secret pacifies anger; and a bribe in the bosom, strong wrath.

and also say, Behold, your servant Jacob is behind us. For he thought, I will propitiate before his face with the present that goes before me, and afterward when I shall see his face, perhaps he will forgive me.

And Jacob said, No, please, if I have now found favor in your eyes, then receive my present from my hand, inasmuch as I have seen your face as though I had seen the face of God, and you were pleased with me.

And their father Israel said to them, If it must be so, then do this: Take some of the best fruits of the land in your vessels and carry down a present for the man; a little balm and a little honey, spices and myrrh, nuts and almonds.

And now this blessing which your handmaid has brought to my lord, let it be given to the young men who travel on foot with my lord.