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Genesis 43:11
Then their father Israel said to them,“ If it must be so, then do this: take some of the choice fruits of the land in your bags, and carry a present down to the man, a little balm and a little honey, gum, myrrh, pistachio nuts, and almonds.
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1 Samuel 25 27
And now let this present that your servant has brought to my lord be given to the young men who follow my lord.
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Genesis 32:20
and you shall say,‘ Moreover, your servant Jacob is behind us.’” For he thought,“ I may appease him with the present that goes ahead of me, and afterward I shall see his face. Perhaps he will accept me.”
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Proverbs 19:6
Many seek the favor of a generous man, and everyone is a friend to a man who gives gifts.
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Genesis 33:10
Jacob said,“ No, please, if I have found favor in your sight, then accept my present from my hand. For I have seen your face, which is like seeing the face of God, and you have accepted me.
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Proverbs 21:14
A gift in secret averts anger, and a concealed bribe, strong wrath.
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Proverbs 17:8
A bribe is like a magic stone in the eyes of the one who gives it; wherever he turns he prospers.