he said to them, "Be prepared on the third day, and do not draw near to your wives.
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King James Version
And he said unto the people, Be ready against the third day: come not at your wives.English Standard Version
And he said to the people, "Be ready for the third day; do not go near a woman."New International Version
Then he said to the people, "Prepare yourselves for the third day. Abstain from sexual relations."