Proverbs 21:14
A surprise gift extinguishes anger. And a gift concealed in the bosom extinguishes the greatest indignation.
Catholic Public Domain Version
In The King James Version
A gift in secret pacifieth anger: and a reward in the bosom strong wrath.
In Context
15It is gladness for the just to do judgment; and it is dread for those who work iniquity.
Cross References
Genesis 43:11Therefore, their father Israel said to them: “If it is necessary to do so, then do what you will. Take, in your vessels, from the best fruits of the land, and carry down gifts to the man: a little resin, and honey, and storax ointment, oil of myrrh, turpentine, and almonds.
Proverbs 17:8The expectation of those who stand ready is a most pleasing jewel. Whichever way he turns himself, he understands prudently.
Proverbs 18:16A man’s gift expands his way and makes space for him before leaders.
Matthew 6:3But when you give alms, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing,
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 21:14
13 Whoso stoppeth his ears at the cry of the poor, he also shall cry himself, but shall not be heard. Here we have the description and doom of an uncharitable man. 1. His description: He stops his ears at the cry of the poor, at the cry of their wants and miseries (he resolves to take no cognizance of them), at the cry of their requests and supplications—he resolves he will not so much as give them the hearing, turns them away from his door, and forbids them to come near him, or, if he cannot avoid hearing them,… Read the whole commentary →