Proverbs 21:13-15

Revised Standard Version

¹³ He who closes his ear to the cry of the poor
    will himself cry out and not be heard.
¹⁴ A gift in secret averts anger;
    and a bribe in the bosom, strong wrath.
¹⁵ When justice is done, it is a joy to the righteous,
    but dismay to evildoers.