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Matthew 5:33

King James Version (KJV)

“In our prayers we talk to God, in our Bible study God talks to us, and we had better let God do most of the talking.”
— D.L. Moody

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Again, ye have heard that it hath been said by them of old time, Thou shalt not forswear thyself, but shalt perform unto the Lord thine oaths:

Matthew 5:33 — KJV

Theological / Devotional

Again. Third illustration of Christ’s spiritual law interpretation.

Ye have heard. See v. 21.

Forswear. Greek epiorkeo, “to swear falsely.” Refers to solemn affirmations or promises invoking God’s name, not profanity but perjury.

Perform thine oaths. Jesus emphasizes keeping promises made to God. The solemnity of vows is stressed (Lev. 19:12; Num. 30:2; Deut. 23:21).

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