Many will entreat the favor of a ruler,
and everyone is a friend to a man who gives gifts.
THE SURROUNDING PASSAGE
Proverbs 19:6 in context
Proverbs 19:3–9
3
The foolishness of man subverts his way;
his heart rages against the LORD.
4
Wealth adds many friends,
but the poor is separated from his friend.
5
A false witness shall not be unpunished.
He who pours out lies shall not go free.
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Many will entreat the favor of a ruler,
and everyone is a friend to a man who gives gifts.
7
All the relatives of the poor shun him;
how much more do his friends avoid him!
He pursues them with pleas, but they are gone.
8
He who gets wisdom loves his own soul.
He who keeps understanding shall find good.
9
A false witness shall not be unpunished.
He who utters lies shall perish.
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