Proverbs 19:6
Many curry favor with a ruler, and everyone is the friend of one who gives gifts.
In context
3 A person’s own folly leads to their ruin, yet their heart rages against the Lord. 4 Wealth attracts many friends, but even the closest friend of the poor person deserts them.
5 A false witness will not go unpunished, and whoever pours out lies will not go free. 6 Many curry favor with a ruler, and everyone is the friend of one who gives gifts. 7 The poor are shunned by all their relatives— how much more do their friends avoid them! Though the poor pursue them with pleading, they are nowhere to be found. 8 The one who gets wisdom loves life; the one who cherishes understanding will soon prosper.
9 A false witness will not go unpunished, and whoever pours out lies will perish.
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- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 19:6 in the KJV
Many will intreat the favour of the prince: And every man is a friend to him that giveth gifts.
- ESV English Standard Version
— Proverbs 19:6 in the ESV
Many seek the favor of a generous man, and everyone is a friend to a man who gives gifts.