Genesis 32:13
Jacob stayed there that night. Then he prepared a gift for his brother Esau from what he had brought with him:
Genesis 43:11
Their father Israel said: If that is the way it has to be, then take the man a gift. Put some of the best products of the land in your bags. Take a little balm, a little honey, gum, myrrh, pistachio nuts, and almonds.
Proverbs 18:16
A man's gift makes room for him, and brings him before great men.
Genesis 43:26
Joseph came home and they gave him the gifts they had brought. They bowed down to him.
Proverbs 17:8
A gift is as a precious stone in the eyes its owner. He prospers in everything he does.
Proverbs 19:6
Many ask favors of the prince. Every man is a friend of a person who gives gifts.
Proverbs 21:14
A gift in secret pacifies anger. A bribe behind the back provokes strong anger.
Genesis 18:2
He looked up and noticed three men coming toward him. He ran from the tent door to meet them, and bowed to the ground.
Genesis 32:20-21
Be sure to say, 'Jacob is right behind us.' He thought: I will make peace with him by giving him this gift that I am sending ahead of me. After that, I will see him, and he will welcome me back.
Genesis 33:10
Jacob said: Please accept these gifts as a sign of your friendship for me. When you welcomed me and I saw your face, it was like seeing the face of God.
Genesis 42:6
As governor of the country, Joseph was selling grain to everyone. So when Joseph's brothers arrived, they bowed in front of him with their faces touching the ground.
1 Samuel 25:8
Ask your shepherds. They will tell you the same thing. My servants are your servants. You are like a father to me. This is a day for celebrating. Please be kind and share some of your food with us.'
1 Samuel 25:27
Please accept this gift from your maidservant. And give it to the young men who accompany my lord.