OATH, n. In law, a solemn appeal to the Deity, made binding upon the conscience by a penalty for perjury. (Ambrose Bierce)

OATH, n. In law, a solemn appeal to the Deity, made binding upon the conscience by a penalty for perjury.

Ambrose Bierce

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