Holding forth the Word of Life
— Philippians 2:16a (KJV)
Yes, when the government demands it
of its subjects, or when necessity requires it, in order to maintain and promote fidelity and truth, to God’s glory and for our neighbour’s good.
Such oath-taking is based on God’s Word1
and was therefore rightly used by saints in the Old and the New Testament.2
No.
A lawful oath is a calling upon God,
who alone knows the heart, to bear witness to the truth, and to punish me if I swear falsely.1
No creature is worthy of such honour.2
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