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27 lines
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## lay facedown before him ##
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They lay down with their faces toward the ground. This is a sign of humility and respect for Joseph.
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## Am I in the place of God? ##
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Joseph uses a question to comfort his brothers. Alternate translation: "I am not in the place of God" or "I am not God" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
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## you meant to harm me ##
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"you intended to do evil against me"
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## God meant it for good ##
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"God intended it for good"
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## So now do not be afraid ##
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"So do not fear me"
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## I will provide for you and your little children. ##
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"I will always make sure you and your children have enough to eat."
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## He comforted them in this way and spoke kindly to them. ##
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"He comforted them by speaking kindly to them." |