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Proverbs 19:6
Many court the favour of a noble; and every one is friend to a man that giveth.
Proverbs 19:6 · Darby Bible
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Proverbs 19:6 in other translations
Many will intreat the favour of the prince: and every man is a friend to him that giveth gifts.
Many seek the favor of the prince, and everyone is a friend of the gift giver.
Many will entreat the favor of a ruler, and everyone is a friend to a man who gives gifts.
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In context
3 The folly of man distorteth his way, and his heart is irritated against Jehovah.
4 Wealth addeth many friends; but the poor is separated from his friend.
5 A false witness shall not be held innocent, and he that uttereth lies shall not escape.
6 Many court the favour of a noble; and every one is friend to a man that giveth.
7 All the brethren of a poor [man] hate him; how much more do his friends go far from him: he pursueth [them] with words, — they are not [to be found].
8 He that getteth sense loveth his own soul; he that keepeth understanding shall find good.
9 A false witness shall not be held innocent, and he that uttereth lies shall perish.
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