Pro 17:8 | MHM | STEP | The Power of Money and Bribery This verse teaches us about the strong influence money has on people. Those who have money often think it gives them great power. They believe that money can make others do whatever they want, even justice itself. On the other hand, people who desire money too much may do wrong things to get it, especially when they accept bribes. v. 8 : A bribe is as a precious stone in the eyes of him that gives it , and money is like a shining jewel to those who have it . Rich people often value their money as if it were a rare gem. They expect that by offering money, they can influence others to act in their favor. This can even affect judges or leaders, who might be tempted to accept bribes. Those who take bribes are led away from justice and truth because they love the reward more than what is right.

‏ Proverbs 17:8

The Power of Money and Bribery

This verse teaches us about the strong influence money has on people. Those who have money often think it gives them great power. They believe that money can make others do whatever they want, even justice itself. On the other hand, people who desire money too much may do wrong things to get it, especially when they accept bribes.

v. 8: A bribe is as a precious stone in the eyes of him that gives it, and money is like a shining jewel to those who have it . Rich people often value their money as if it were a rare gem. They expect that by offering money, they can influence others to act in their favor. This can even affect judges or leaders, who might be tempted to accept bribes. Those who take bribes are led away from justice and truth because they love the reward more than what is right.