Gen.33.8

Esau then asked, "And what was the meaning of all those herds that I met?I was hoping that they would pave the way for my master to welcome me."

Gen.33.8

Esau asked, "What do you mean by all these droves I met?To find favor in your eyes, my lord," he said.

Gen.33.8

Then Esau said, "What do you mean by all this company which I met?" And he said, "These are to find favor in the sight of my lord."

Gen.33.8

"And what were all the flocks and herds I met as I came?" Esau asked. Jacob replied, "They are gifts, my lord, to ensure your goodwill."