19. And Joseph said to them, Fear not; for am I in the place of God? [Vengeance is His, not mine.]
20. As for you, you thought evil against me, but God meant it for good, to bring about that many people should be kept alive, as they are this day.
21. Now therefore, do not be afraid. I will provide for and support you and your little ones. And he comforted them [imparting cheer, hope, strength] and spoke to their hearts [kindly].