He that answereth a matter before he heareth it, it is folly and shame unto him.(Proverbs 18:13)

The spirit of a man will sustain his infirmity; but a wounded spirit who can bear?(Proverbs 18:14)

The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.(Proverbs 18:15)

A man's gift maketh room for him, and bringeth him before great men.

He that is first in his own cause seemeth just; but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him.(Proverbs 18:17)

The lot causeth contentions to cease, and parteth between the mighty.(Proverbs 18:18)

A brother offended is harder to be won than a strong city: and their contentions are like the bars of a castle.(Proverbs 18:19)

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Proverbs 18:16 - Cross Reference

And Jacob said, Nay, I pray thee, if now I have found grace in thy sight, then receive my present at my hand: for therefore I have seen thy face, as though I had seen the face of God, and thou wast pleased with me. (Genesis 33:10)

A gift is as a precious stone in the eyes of him that hath it: whithersoever it turneth, it prospereth. (Proverbs 17:8)

And their father Israel said unto them, If it must be so now, do this; take of the best fruits in the land in your vessels, and carry down the man a present, a little balm, and a little honey, spices, and myrrh, nuts, and almonds: (Genesis 43:11)

And say ye moreover, Behold, thy servant Jacob is behind us. For he said, I will appease him with the present that goeth before me, and afterward I will see his face; peradventure he will accept of me. (Genesis 32:20)

Many will intreat the favour of the prince: and every man is a friend to him that giveth gifts. (Proverbs 19:6)

A gift in secret pacifieth anger: and a reward in the bosom strong wrath. (Proverbs 21:14)

And now this blessing which thine handmaid hath brought unto my lord, let it even be given unto the young men that follow my lord. (1 Samuel 25:27)