Proverbs 18:16

How To Avoid Fools And Foolishness

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The mind of the prudent [always] acquires knowledge,
And the ear of the wise [always] seeks knowledge.
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A man’s gift [given in love or courtesy] makes room for him
And brings him before great men.
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The first one to plead his case seems right,
Until another comes and cross-examines him.

Open Door

Genesis 32:20

and you shall say, ‘Look, your servant Jacob is behind us.’” For he said [to himself], “I will try to appease him with the gift that is going ahead of me. Then afterward I will see him; perhaps he will accept and forgive me.”

1 Samuel 25:27

Now this gift, which your maidservant has brought my lord, let it be given to the young men who accompany and follow my lord.

Proverbs 17:8

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

Genesis 33:10

Jacob replied, “No, please, if now I have found favor in your sight, then accept my gift [as a blessing] from my hand, for I see your face as if I had seen the face of God, and you have received me favorably.

Genesis 43:11

Then their father Israel said to them, “If it must be so, then do this; take some of the choicest products of the land in your sacks, and carry it as a present [of tribute] to the man [representing Pharaoh], a little balm and a little honey, aromatic spices or gum, resin, pistachio nuts, and almonds.

Proverbs 19:6

Many will seek the favor of a generous and noble man,
And everyone is a friend to him who gives gifts.

Proverbs 21:14

A gift in secret subdues anger,
And a bribe [hidden] in the pocket, strong wrath.