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Proverbs 18:16
A man's gift enlargeth his way, and maketh him room before princes.
Proverbs 18:16 · Douay-Rheims Bible (Challoner)
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Proverbs 18:16 in other translations
A man's gift maketh room for him, and bringeth him before great men.
A man’s gift opens doors for him, and brings him before great men.
A man’s gift makes room for him, and brings him before great men.
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In context
13 He that answereth before he heareth, sheweth himself to be a fool, and worthy of confusion.
14 The spirit of a man upholdeth his infirmity: but a spirit that is easily angered, who can bear?
15 A wise heart shall acquire knowledge: and the ear of the wise seeketh instruction.
16 A man's gift enlargeth his way, and maketh him room before princes.
17 The just is first accuser of himself: his friend cometh, and shall search him.
18 The lot suppresseth contentions, and determineth even between the mighty.
19 A brother that is helped by his brother, is like a strong city: and judgments are like the bars of cities.
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