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Proverbs 18:16
A mans gift enlargeth him, and leadeth him before great men.
Proverbs 18:16 · Geneva Bible
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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 a matter before hee heare it, it is folly and shame vnto him.
14 The spirit of a man will susteine his infirmitie: but a wounded spirit who can beare it?
15 A wise heart getteth knowledge, and the eare of the wise seeketh learning.
16 A mans gift enlargeth him, and leadeth him before great men.
17 He that is first in his owne cause, is iust: then commeth his neighbour, and maketh inquirie of him.
18 The lot causeth contentions to cease, and maketh a partition among the mightie.
19 A brother offended is harder to winne then a strong citie, and their contentions are like the barre of a palace.
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