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1 Mose 43 11
Then their father Israel said to them,“ If it must be, then do this: Put some of the best products of the land in your bags and take them down to the man as a gift— a little balm and a little honey, some spices and myrrh, some pistachio nuts and almonds. (niv)
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1 Samuel 25 27
And let this gift, which your servant has brought to my lord, be given to the men who follow you. (niv)
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1 Mose 32 20
And be sure to say,‘ Your servant Jacob is coming behind us.’” For he thought,“ I will pacify him with these gifts I am sending on ahead; later, when I see him, perhaps he will receive me.” (niv)
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Sprüche 19:6
Many curry favor with a ruler, and everyone is the friend of one who gives gifts. (niv)
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1 Mose 33 10
“ No, please!” said Jacob.“ If I have found favor in your eyes, accept this gift from me. For to see your face is like seeing the face of God, now that you have received me favorably. (niv)
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Sprüche 21:14
A gift given in secret soothes anger, and a bribe concealed in the cloak pacifies great wrath. (niv)
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Sprüche 17:8
A bribe is seen as a charm by the one who gives it; they think success will come at every turn. (niv)