Genesis 50:19 nasb — But Joseph said to them, "Do not be afraid, for am I in God's place?

NASB

"But Joseph said to them, "Do not be afraid, for am I in God's place?"

— Genesis 50:19, NASB

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Genesis 50 — Context

16

So they sent a message to Joseph, saying, "Your father charged before he died, saying,

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'Thus you shall say to Joseph, "Please forgive, I beg you, the transgression of your brothers and their sin, for they did you wrong."' And now, please forgive the transgression of the servants of the God of your father." And Joseph wept when they spoke to him.

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Then his brothers also came and fell down before him and said, "Behold, we are your servants."

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But Joseph said to them, "Do not be afraid, for am I in God's place?

20

"As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good in order to bring about this present result, to preserve many people alive.

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"So therefore, do not be afraid; I will provide for you and your little ones." So he comforted them and spoke kindly to them.

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Now Joseph stayed in Egypt, he and his father's household, and Joseph lived one hundred and ten years.

Genesis 50:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 50:19 say?
Genesis 50:19 in the NASB reads: “But Joseph said to them, "Do not be afraid, for am I in God's place?”
Where is Genesis 50:19 in the Bible?
Genesis 50:19 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 50, verse 19.
Who wrote Genesis?
Genesis is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). Anciently attributed to Moses; many modern scholars view Genesis as a compilation of older oral and written sources finalized in or after the Babylonian exile. It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Genesis about?
Genesis is the book of beginnings — the origin of the universe, humanity, sin, and the covenant family God chose to bless the nations. It traces creation, the fall, the flood, and the lives of the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph, laying the foundation for the rest of Scripture and pointing forward to the redemption that comes through the promised seed.
What are the major themes of Genesis?
Genesis explores themes including Creation, Fall, Covenant, Faith, Family, Promise. These themes shape the meaning and context of Genesis 50:19.
What translation should I read Genesis 50:19 in?
Genesis 50:19 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Genesis 50:19?
Genesis 50:19 reads (NASB): “But Joseph said to them, "Do not be afraid, for am I in God's place?” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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