Genesis 50:19

Joseph Comforts His Brothers · Genesis 50:15–21
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Translations

Modern
But Joseph replied, “Do not be afraid. Am I in the place of God?
Traditional
And Joseph said unto them, Fear not: for am I in the place of God?
Literal
And Joseph said to them, “Fear not, for am I in the place of God?
Latin
Quibus ille respondit: Nolite timere: num Dei possumus resistere voluntati?

Original

Hebrew
English
But Joseph replied, “Do not be afraid. Am I in the place of God?

Notes

Joseph comforted his brothers, explaining that God intended to fulfill the promised blessing (compare 45:5, 7–9). He also promised them kindness and support (see 45:11).

Theme notes and profiles

Egypt Joseph Blessing Symbolic Numbers

People

Joseph: Son of Jacob, ruler in Egypt

Glossary

Book of Exodus Genesis, Book of Jacob Patriarchs, Period of the Remnant

Topics

Brother: Joseph's, for his Brethren Conviction: Joseph's Brother, on Account of Their Cruelty to Joseph Families: should Live in Mutual Forbearance Family of Saints: Live in Mutual Forbearance Forgiveness: Joseph Forgives his Brothers Merciful Types of Christ: Joseph