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Genesis 50:20
English Standard Version
Genesis 50:20
English Standard Version
20 As for you, you meant evil against me, but (A)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
Amplified Bible
Genesis 50:20
Amplified Bible
20 As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good in order to bring about this present outcome, that many people would be kept alive [as they are this day].
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Genesis 50:20-21
The Message
Genesis 50:20-21
The Message
19-21 Joseph replied, “Don’t be afraid. Do I act for God? Don’t you see, you planned evil against me but God used those same plans for my good, as you see all around you right now—life for many people. Easy now, you have nothing to fear; I’ll take care of you and your children.” He reassured them, speaking with them heart-to-heart.
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Genesis 50:20
New International Version
Genesis 50:20
New International Version
20 You intended to harm me,(A) but God intended(B) it for good(C) to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives.(D)
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