Presents and gifts blind the eyes of the wise, and stop up his mouth that he cannot reprove.
KJV
Sirach 20:29
Presents and gifts blind the eyes of the wise, and stop up his mouth that he cannot reprove.
Parallel Translations
Presents and gifts blind the eyes of the wise, and stop up his mouth that he can’t reprove.
Favors and gifts blind the eyes of the wise, and as a muzzle on the mouth, turn away reproofs.