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- lay facedown before him - They lay down with their faces toward the ground. This is a sign of humility and respect for Joseph.
- Am I in the place of God? - Joseph uses a question to comfort his brothers. Alternate translation: "I am not in the place of God" or "I am not God" (See: :en:ta:vol1:translate:figs_rquestion)
- you meant to harm me - "you intended to do evil against me"
- God meant it for good - "God intended it for good"
- So now do not be afraid - "So do not fear me"
- I will provide for you and your little children. - "I will always make sure you and your children have enough to eat."
- He comforted them in this way and spoke kindly to them. - "He comforted them by speaking kindly to them."