Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
A gift in secret pacifieth anger: and a reward in the bosom strong wrath.
In secret
General references
Bible References
Gift
Proverbs 17:8
A bribe is a precious stone in the eyes of him who gives it; wherever he turns, he prospers.
Proverbs 18:16
A man's gift makes room for him, and brings him before great men.
Proverbs 19:6
Many will entreat the favor of a ruler, and everyone is a friend to a man who gives gifts.
Genesis 32:20
You shall say, 'Not only that, but 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 43:11
Their father, Israel, said to them, "If it must be so, then do this. Take from the choice fruits of the land in your bags, and carry down a present for the man, a little balm, a little honey, spices and myrrh, nuts, and almonds;
1 Samuel 25:35
So David received of her hand that which she had brought him: and he said to her, "Go up in peace to your house. Behold, I have listened to your voice, and have granted your request."
In secret
Matthew 6:3
But when you do merciful deeds, don't let your left hand know what your right hand does,
General references
Proverbs 17:23
A wicked man receives a bribe in secret, to pervert the ways of justice.
Proverbs 18:16
A man's gift makes room for him, and brings him before great men.