The Anglo-Saxons used oaths not only to swear fealty to feudal lords, but also to ensure honesty during legal proceedings and transactions. |
Most oaths are undated, and I have had to estimate dates based on their context. |
Magistrates upon appointment take oaths or make affirmations in the same form as Justices of this Court and the members of other federal courts. |
They are not deceitful or treacherous in their conduct and are faithful to their oaths and promises. |
First, in order to be initiated, a person has to bind himself, by the most cruel and barbarous oaths, never to reveal any of Masonry's secrets. |
Some rebelled and took oaths vowing to stay single for the rest of their lives. |