'Binding' in the Bible

Your vows are binding upon me, O God;I will render thank offerings to You.

binding his officials at willand instructing his elders.

Your righteous testimonies are everlasting;Give me understanding [the ability to learn and a teachable heart] that I may live.

He heals the brokenhearted, binding up their injuries.

binding their kings with chainsand their dignitaries with iron shackles,