Genesis 32:13

So Jacob spent the night there. Then he selected a present for his brother Esau from the livestock he had acquired:

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 18:16

A man’s gift [given in love or courtesy] makes room for him
And brings him before great men.

Genesis 43:26

When Joseph came home, they brought into the house to him the present [of tribute] which they had with them and bowed to the ground before him.

Proverbs 17:8

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

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.

Genesis 18:2

When he raised his eyes and looked up, behold, three men were standing [a little distance] from him. When he saw them, he ran from the tent door to meet them and bowed down [with his face] to the ground,

Genesis 32:20-21

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.”

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 42:6

Now Joseph was the ruler over the land, and he was the one who sold [grain] to all the people of the land; and Joseph’s [half] brothers came and bowed down before him with their faces to the ground.

1 Samuel 25:8

Ask your young men and they will tell you. Therefore let my young men find favor in your sight [and be well-treated], for we have come on a good (festive) day. Please, give whatever you find at hand to your servants and to your son David.’”

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.

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Summary

Genesis 32:13

And he lodged there that same night; and took of that which came to his hand a present for Esau his brother;

Which

1 Samuel 25:8

A present

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