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Genesis 50:18-21
English Standard Version
Genesis 50:18-21
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. 21 So do not fear; (D)I will provide for you and your little ones.” Thus he comforted them and spoke kindly to them.
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- Genesis 50:20 Or a numerous people
Genesis 50:18-21
New International Version
Genesis 50:18-21
New International Version
18 His brothers then came and threw themselves down before him.(A) “We are your slaves,”(B) they said.
19 But Joseph said to them, “Don’t be afraid. Am I in the place of God?(C) 20 You intended to harm me,(D) but God intended(E) it for good(F) to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives.(G) 21 So then, don’t be afraid. I will provide for you and your children.(H)” And he reassured them and spoke kindly(I) to them.
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