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Proverbs 19:6

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Many will entreat the favor of a ruler, and everyone is a friend to a man who gives gifts.

Context

3The foolishness of man subverts his way; his heart rages against Yahweh.
4Wealth adds many friends, but the poor is separated from his friend.
5A false witness shall not be unpunished. He who pours out lies shall not go free.
6Many will entreat the favor of a ruler, and everyone is a friend to a man who gives gifts.
7All the relatives of the poor shun him: how much more do his friends avoid him! He pursues them with pleas, but they are gone.
8He who gets wisdom loves his own soul. He who keeps understanding shall find good.
9A false witness shall not be unpunished. He who utters lies shall perish.

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