Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
But above all things, my brethren, swear not, neither by heaven, neither by the earth, neither by any other oath: but let your yea be yea; and your nay, nay; lest ye fall into condemnation.
Above
Swear not
Bible References
Above
1 Peter 4:8
Above everything have fervent love to one another; for love veils a multitude of sins.
3 John 1:2
I pray that you may prosper, beloved, in every way, and be in good health, even as your soul is prospering.
Swear not
Matthew 5:33
"Again you have heard that it was said to the men of old, "You must not forswear yourselves, but must perform your vows to the Lord.
Matthew 23:16
"Woe unto you, blind guides, who say, If any one swears by the Sanctuary, it is nothing, but if any one swears by the gold of the Sanctuary, the oath is binding.
But
2 Corinthians 1:17
In purposing this did I display "caprice"? Or what I purpose do I purpose in a worldly way, so that it may mean either "Yes, yes," or "No, no"?
Lest
James 3:1
Do not become many teachers, my brothers, because you know well that we teachers shall be judged by a severer standard than others.
1 Corinthians 11:34
If any one is hungry, let him eat at home, so that your meetings do not bring condemnation upon you. The other matters I will adjust when I come.