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19 And Joseph said to them, Fear not: am I then in the place of God?

20 Ye indeed meant evil against me: God meant it for good, in order that he might do as [it is] this day, to save a great people alive.

21 And now, fear not: I will maintain you and your little ones. And he comforted them, and spoke consolingly to them.

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19 But Joseph said to them, “Don’t be afraid. Am I in the place of God?(A) 20 You intended to harm me,(B) but God intended(C) it for good(D) to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives.(E) 21 So then, don’t be afraid. I will provide for you and your children.(F)” And he reassured them and spoke kindly(G) to them.

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