Proverbs 18:16
World English Bible
16 A man’s gift makes room for him,
and brings him before great men.
Proverbs 18:16
Holman Christian Standard Bible
Footnotes
- Proverbs 18:16 Lit gift makes room
Proverbs 19:4
World English Bible
4 Wealth adds many friends,
but the poor is separated from his friend.
Proverbs 19:4
Holman Christian Standard Bible
4 Wealth attracts many friends,(A)
but a poor man is separated from his friend.
Proverbs 19:6
World English Bible
6 Many will entreat the favor of a ruler,
and everyone is a friend to a man who gives gifts.
Proverbs 19:6
Holman Christian Standard Bible
Proverbs 22:11
World English Bible
11 He who loves purity of heart and speaks gracefully
is the king’s friend.
Proverbs 22:11
Holman Christian Standard Bible
11 The one who loves a pure heart
and gracious lips—the king is his friend.(A)
Proverbs 22:29
World English Bible
29 Do you see a man skilled in his work?
He will serve kings.
He won’t serve obscure men.
Proverbs 22:29
Holman Christian Standard Bible
29 Do you see a man skilled in his work?
He will stand in the presence of kings.
He will not stand in the presence of unknown men.(A)
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