Presents and gifts blind the eyes of the wise, and stop up his mouth that he cannot reprove.
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Sirach 20:29
Wisdome that is hid, and treasure that is horded vp, what profite is in them bothe?
Parallel Translations
Presents and gifts blind the eyes of the wise, and stop up his mouth that he can’t reprove.
Presents and gifts blind the eyes of the wise, and stop up his mouth that he cannot reprove.
Favors and gifts blind the eyes of the wise, and as a muzzle on the mouth, turn away reproofs.