Thematic Bible: Used in solemnizing covenants
Thematic Bible
Oath » Used in solemnizing covenants » Between isaac and abimelech
Early the next morning each man made his promise and sealed it with a vow. Isaac said good-bye to them. They parted as friends.
Abimelech came from Gerar with Ahuzzath, his friend (companion), and Phicol, the commander of his army, to see Isaac. Isaac asked: Why have you now come to see me? You were so unfriendly to me before and made me leave your country. They answered: Now we know that Jehovah is with you. We think that there should be a solemn agreement between us. We want you to promise read more.
that you will not harm us. We did not harm you. We were kind to you and let you go peacefully. Now it is clear that Jehovah has blessed you.
that you will not harm us. We did not harm you. We were kind to you and let you go peacefully. Now it is clear that Jehovah has blessed you.
Oath » Used in solemnizing covenants » Between abraham and the king of sodom
But Abram said to the king of Sodom: I have sworn to Jehovah, God Most High, maker of heaven and earth: I will take nothing. Not a thread or a sandal strap. You will not be able to say: 'I have made Abram rich.'
Oath » Used in solemnizing covenants » Between abraham and abimelech
Abimelech and Phicol, the commander of his army, spoke to Abraham. They said: God is with you in all that you do. Swear to me here by God that you will not deal falsely with me or with my offspring or with my posterity. Consider the kindness that I have shown to you. Please show it to me and to the land in which you have sojourned.