Proverbs 17:8–9

Proverbs 17:8–9 (Listen)

8 A bribe is like a magic1 stone in the eyes of the one who gives it;
wherever he turns he prospers.
9 Whoever covers an offense seeks love,
but he who repeats a matter separates close friends.

Footnotes [1] 17:8 Or precious

(ESV)