Genesis 32:16

And he delivered them into the hand of his servants, every drove by themselves; and said unto his servants, Pass over before me, and put a space betwixt drove and drove.

Cross-reference

Genesis 32:20 reveals Jacob's intent to appease Esau with these gifts, explaining the strategy behind sending them ahead.

In Genesis 33:8, Esau questions the purpose of the droves, showing the gifts reached him and prompted his inquiry.

Genesis 33:9 reveals Esau's refusal of gifts, indicating reconciliation based on forgiveness rather than material appeasement.

Genesis 33:1 Historical context

Genesis 33:1 follows this action, showing Jacob's direct encounter with Esau after sending the gifts.

1 Samuel 25:19 parallels Abigail appeasing David with gifts, similar to Jacob using gifts to reconcile with Esau.