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Proverbs 18:16
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Proverbs 18:16
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A gift opens the way and ushers the giver into the presence of the great.
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Proverbs 18:16 in Other Translations
KJV
16
A man's gift maketh room for him, and bringeth him before great men.
ESV
16
A man's gift makes room for him and brings him before the great.
NLT
16
Giving a gift can open doors; it gives access to important people!
MSG
16
A gift gets attention; it buys the attention of eminent people.
CSB
16
A gift opens doors for a man and brings him before the great.
Proverbs 18:16 In-Context
14
The human spirit can endure in sickness, but a crushed spirit who can bear?
15
The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge, for the ears of the wise seek it out.
16
A gift opens the way and ushers the giver into the presence of the great.
17
In a lawsuit the first to speak seems right, until someone comes forward and cross-examines.
18
Casting the lot settles disputes and keeps strong opponents apart.
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Genesis 32:13
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1 Samuel 10:4
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Proverbs 19:6
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Genesis 32:20
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