Proverbs 21:13-15

Common English Bible

¹³ Those who close their ears to the cries of the poor
    will themselves call out but receive no answer.
¹⁴ A secret gift calms anger,
    and a hidden bribe removes^[a] furious wrath.
¹⁵ Acting justly is a joy to the righteous,
    but dreaded by those who do evil.