Genesis 32:13
And he lodged there that night. And he took of that which came to his hand, a present for Esau his brother
Genesis 43:11
And their father Israel said to them, If it be so now, do this. Take of the best fruits of the land in your vessels, and bring a present down to the man, a little balm, and a little honey, spices, and myrrh, nuts, and almonds.
Proverbs 18:16
A man's gift makes room for him, and brings him before great men.
Genesis 43:26
And when Joseph came home, they brought him the present in their hand into the house, and bowed themselves to him to the earth.
Proverbs 17:8
A bribe is like a precious stone in the eyes of him who has it; wherever he turns, he is prudent.
Proverbs 19:6
Many will beg the favor of a ruler, and all are friends to a man who gives gifts.
Proverbs 21:14
A gift in secret quiets anger; and a bribe in the bosom quiets strong wrath.
Genesis 18:2
And he lifted up his eyes and looked, and lo, three men stood by him. And when he saw them, he ran to meet them from the tent door, and bowed toward the ground.
Genesis 32:20-21
And also you shall say, Behold, your servant Jacob is behind us. For he said, I will appease him with the present that goes before me, and afterward I will see his face. Perhaps he will accept me.
Genesis 33:10
And Jacob said, No, please, if now I have found grace in your sight, then receive my present at my hand. For therefore have I seen your face, as though I had seen the face of God, and you were pleased with me.
Genesis 42:6
And Joseph was the potentate over the land. He was the one selling to all the people of the earth. And Joseph's brothers came and bowed down themselves before him, their faces to the earth.
1 Samuel 25:8
Ask your young men, and they will tell you. And let the young men find favor in your eyes, for we come in a good day. Please give whatever comes to your hand to your servants and to your son David.
1 Samuel 25:27
And now this blessing which your handmaid has brought to my lord, let it even be given to the young men who follow my lord.