Proverbs 19:6

“Many will entreate the fauour of the Prince: and euery man is a friend to him that giueth gifts.”

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Other Translations for Proverbs 19:6

Many will intreat the favour of the prince: and every man [is] a friend to him that giveth gifts.
- King James Version

Many will seek the favor of a generous man, And every man is a friend to him who gives gifts.
- New American Standard Version (1995)

Many will entreat the favor of the liberal man; And every man is a friend to him that giveth gifts.
- American Standard Version (1901)

Great numbers will make attempts to get the approval of a ruler: and every man is the special friend of him who has something to give.
- Basic English Bible

Many court the favour of a noble; and every one is friend to a man that giveth.
- Darby Bible

Many will entreat the favor of the prince: and every man is a friend to him that giveth gifts.
- Webster's Bible

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

Many entreat the face of the noble, And all have made friendship to a man of gifts.
- Youngs Literal Bible

Many will entreat the favour of the liberal man; and every man is a friend to him that giveth gifts.
- Jewish Publication Society Bible

Commentary for Proverbs 19:6

Wesley's Notes for Proverbs 19:6

19:6 A friend - in profession.


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