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# if you have not gone astray
The words "gone astray" is an idiom that means "to be unfaithful." AT: "if you have not been unfaithful to your husband" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
# and committed impurity
"by committing impurity." This phrase refers to "committing adultery."
# you will be free from this bitter water
The phrase to "be free" from something means to not be harmed by it. AT: "this bitter water will not harm you, though it is able to" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
# this bitter water that can bring a curse
Here the bitter water is described as being able to bring a curse. This means that when the woman drinks the water it cause her to be unable to bear children, if she is guilty. AT: "this bitter water can be a curse to you" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-personification]])