## It is what I said to you; you are spies ##

"Like I already said, you are spies." See how you translated "spies" in [Genesis 42:9](./09.md).

## By this you will be tested ##

Alternate translation: "This is how I will test you." (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])

## By the life of Pharaoh ##

This phrase indicates a solemn oath. Alternate translation: "I swear by the life of Pharaoh"

## Send one of yourselves and let him get your brother ##

"Send one from among you to get your brother"

## You will be bound that your words may be tested ##

Alternate translation: "I will put the rest of you in prison so that I may find out if you are telling the truth"

## or else by the life of Pharaoh surely you are spies ##

"if not, by the life of Pharaoh, surely you are spies"