Proverbs 21:14
▸ Hear this chapter, lit word by wordA gift in secret pacifieth anger: and a reward in the bosom strong wrath.
— Proverbs 21:14, King James Version
In other translations
World English Bible (WEB)
A gift in secret pacifies anger; And a bribe in the cloak, strong wrath.
American Standard Version (ASV)
A gift in secret pacifieth anger; And a present in the bosom, strong wrath.
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)
A gift in secret pacifieth anger, And a bribe in the bosom strong fury.