# Can you use ropes to hold the wild ox in the furrows? This question can be translated as a statement. Alternate translation: "You cannot control the wild ox with a rope in order to plow furrows in your fields." (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]]) # ropes Farmers would tie ropes to animals' heads or necks in order to lead them. # furrows These are long channels made in the dirt while plowing. See how you translated this in [Job 31:38](../31/38.md). # Will he harrow the valleys as he follows after you? This question can be translated as a statement. Alternate translation: "He will never harrow the valleys as he follows after you." (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]]) # harrow to smooth and break up the soil