# now The word "now" does not mean "at this moment," but is used to draw attention to the important point that follows. # you will die by sword Here "sword" represents war. Alternate translation: "you will die in warfare" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]]) # in the place where you desired to go to live They desired to live in Egypt. This can be stated explicitly. Alternate translation: "in Egypt, where you thought you would be safe" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])