Proverbs 21:14
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A gift in secret pacifieth anger: and a reward in the bosom strong wrath.
- King James Bible "Authorized Version", Cambridge Edition
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Other Translations of Proverbs 21:14
- King James Version (1611) - View 1611 Bible Scan
A gift in secret subdues anger, And a bribe in the bosom, strong wrath.
- New American Standard Version (1995)
A gift in secret pacifieth anger; And a present in the bosom, strong wrath.
- American Standard Version (1901)
By a secret offering wrath is turned away, and the heat of angry feelings by money in the folds of the robe.
- Basic English Bible
A gift in secret pacifieth anger; and a present in the bosom, vehement fury.
- Darby Bible
A gift in secret pacifieth anger: and a reward in the bosom, strong wrath.
- Webster's Bible
A gift in secret pacifies anger; and a bribe in the cloak, strong wrath.
- World English Bible
A gift in secret pacifieth anger, And a bribe in the bosom strong fury.
- Youngs Literal Bible
A gift in secret pacifieth anger, and a present in the bosom strong wrath.
- Jewish Publication Society Bible
View Wesley's Notes for Proverbs 21:14
21:14 In secret - Which makes it more acceptable. In the bosom - Secretly conveyed into the bosom.
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