Genesis 50:18-20
King James Version
18 And his brethren also went and fell down before his face; and they said, Behold, we be thy servants.
19 And Joseph said unto them, Fear not: for am I in the place of God?
20 But as for you, ye thought evil against me; but God meant it unto good, to bring to pass, as it is this day, to save much people alive.
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Genesis 50:18-20
English Standard Version
18 His brothers also came and (A)fell down before him and said, “Behold, we are your servants.” 19 But Joseph said to them, “Do not fear, for (B)am I in the place of God? 20 As for you, you meant evil against me, but (C)God meant it for good, to bring it about that many people[a] should be kept alive, as they are today.
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- Genesis 50:20 Or a numerous people
Genesis 50:18-20
New American Standard Bible 1995
18 Then his brothers also came and (A)fell down before him and said, “Behold, we are your servants.” 19 But Joseph said to them, “Do not be afraid, for am I in God’s place? 20 As for you, (B)you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good in order to bring about [a]this present result, to preserve many people alive.
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- Genesis 50:20 Lit as it is this day
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