Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
A gift is as a precious stone in the eyes of him that hath it: whithersoever it turneth, it prospereth.
Whithersoever
General references
Bible References
Whithersoever
Genesis 33:9
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.
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
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.
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.
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Proverbs 17:23
A wicked man takes a bribe to pervert the ways of judgment.
Proverbs 18:16
A man's gift makes room for him, and brings him before great men.