^{17 Ref} And the men said to her, We will only be responsible for this oath which you have made us take,

^{18 Ref} If, when we come into the land, you put this cord of bright red thread in the window from which you let us down; and get your father and mother and your brothers and all your family into the house;

^{19 Ref} Then if anyone goes out of your house into the street, his blood will be on his head, we will not be responsible; but if any damage comes to anyone in the house, his blood will be on our heads.

^{20 Ref} But if you say anything about our business here, then we will be free from the oath you have made us take.