Proverbs 18:16
A man’s gift maketh room for him, and bringeth him before great men.
Context
This verse from Proverbs Chapter 18 connects to 7 cross-references. Proverbs on speech, relationships, and resilience: a fool takes no pleasure in understanding but only in expressing his opinion. The name of the Lord is a strong tower into which the righteous run and are safe. A man who has …
Otras traducciones
A man’s gift maketh room for him, And bringeth him before great men.
The gift of a man maketh room for him, And before the great it leadeth him.
A man's offering makes room for him, letting him come before great men.
Referencias cruzadas
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A gift is as a precious stone in the eyes of him that hath it: whithersoever it turneth, it prospereth.
Many will intreat the favour of the prince: and every man is a friend to him that giveth gifts.
A gift in secret pacifieth anger: and a reward in the bosom strong wrath.