QUOTE : Othniel felt a warmth in his heart. “After we’re gone, pull this rope up. When we come into this land again, it will be as soldiers in a battle, but don’t worry, Rahab. When the battle starts, get the rope out again and hang it down from this window. I’ll tell Joshua that where we see the scarlet rope lives a friend to Israel.” “That’s a good idea, Othniel,” Ardon said. “And, Rahab, do not go out of the house when the battle starts. You must stay inside or men will strike you down. I swear to you that we will save your lives.” “You mean,” Rahab whispered, “like a covenant?” “Yes. We have a covenant.” Rahab bowed to them. “According to your words, so be it.