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And 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. Genesis 50:20

And as for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it

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This quote, from the book of Genesis in the Bible, is spoken by Joseph to his brothers. It reflects Joseph's perspective on the adversity he faced when his brothers sold him into slavery. Despite their evil intentions, Joseph recognizes that God orchestrated this difficult situation for good. He believes that his journey from slavery to becoming a powerful figure in Egypt was part of a grander plan: to preserve many lives during a severe famine. This quote highlights the idea of divine providence and the belief that even in the face of perceived evil, good can ultimately prevail.

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