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Many will entreat the favor of a ruler, And everyone is a friend to a man who gives gifts.
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The Power of Generosity
Commentators explain that this proverb observes a universal human tendency: people are drawn to the generous. The phrase "entreat the favor" literally means to "stroke the face," illustrating the flattering and eager way people seek favor from a "princely" or bountiful person. This is true for everyone, as "every man is a friend to him that giveth gifts."
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Intreat the favor ... - literally, “stroke the face” of the man of princely nature, who gives generously.
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Many will entreat the favour of the prince Or of the liberal and bountiful man; as kings and princes generally are, …
We are without excuse if we do not love God with all our hearts. His gifts to us are countless, and all the gifts of men to us are fruits of His bo…
