11 Bible Verses about Effect Of Bribes

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Proverbs 17:8

A bribe works like a charm for the one who offers it; in whatever he does he succeeds.

Proverbs 18:16

A person's gift makes room for him, and leads him before important people.

Proverbs 21:14

A gift given in secret subdues anger, and a bribe given secretly subdues strong wrath.

Ecclesiastes 7:7

Surely oppression can turn a wise person into a fool; likewise, a bribe corrupts the heart.

Proverbs 28:21

To show partiality is terrible, for a person will transgress over the smallest piece of bread.

Proverbs 17:23

A wicked person receives a bribe secretly to pervert the ways of justice.

Deuteronomy 27:25

Cursed is the one who takes a bribe to kill an innocent person.' Then all the people will say, 'Amen!'

Ezekiel 16:33

All prostitutes receive payment, but instead you give gifts to every one of your lovers. You bribe them to come to you from all around for your sexual favors!

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