Proverbs 21:14

Proverbs 21:14 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

14A gift given in secret soothes anger,

and a bribe concealed in the cloak pacifies great wrath.

14A gift in secret subdues anger,

And a bribe 21:14 Lit a fold in a robe; i.e., secretlyin an inside pocket, strong wrath.

14A gift in secret subdues anger,

And a bribe in the bosom, strong wrath.

14A gift in secret subdues anger,

And a bribe [hidden] in the pocket, strong wrath.

14A gift in secret soothes anger,

and a covert bribe21:14 Hebrew a bribe in the bosom pacifies great wrath.

14A secret gift calms down anger.

A hidden favor softens great anger.