Proverbs 17:8
A gift is as a precious stone in the eyes its owner. He prospers in everything he does.
Exodus 23:8
Do not accept a bribe, for a bribe makes the discerning blind to what is right and perverts the words of the righteous.
Proverbs 17:23
A wicked man takes a bribe to pervert the ways of judgment.
Genesis 33:9-11
But, brother, I already have plenty, Esau replied. Keep them for yourself.
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.
Deuteronomy 16:19
Never pervert justice. Always be impartial. Never take a bribe, because bribes blind wise people and deny justice to those who are in the right.
1 Samuel 25:35
Then David accepted what she brought him. He said: Go home in peace. I have listened to what you said and I grant your request.
2 Samuel 16:1-4
David started down the other side of the Mount of Olives. He met Ziba, the chief servant of Mephibosheth. Ziba had two donkeys that were carrying two hundred loaves of bread, a hundred clusters of raisins, a hundred figs, and some wine.
Psalm 18:16
He reached down from high above and took hold of me. He pulled me out of the raging water.
Psalm 19:6
It rises from one end of the heavens. It circles around to the other. Nothing is hidden from its heat.
Psalm 21:13
Arise O Jehovah be exalted in your strength. We will sing to praise your power.
Psalm 29:4
The voice of Jehovah is powerful. The voice of Jehovah is glorious.
Proverbs 21:14
A gift in secret pacifies anger. A bribe behind the back provokes strong anger.
Isaiah 1:23
Your rulers are rebels, friends with thieves. They all love bribes and run after gifts. They never defend orphans. They do not listen to the widows' pleas.
Amos 5:12
I know you have many transgressions and your sins are great. You afflict the righteous. You take bribes. You refuse to help the needy at the gate.
Micah 7:3
They diligently seek to do evil with their hands. The prince asks and the judge is ready for a bribe. The great man utters his own evil desire. They weave it together.