In the oath is implied a condensed adoration, [21]
The oath a solemn appeal to God, [23]
In swearing a lawful oath, a Covenant with God is made, [23]
whether given to confirm an assertion, [23]
or given to confirm an explicit promise, [26]
The civil or moral use of the oath depends on its spiritual character, [29]
The oath distinct from the vow, [30]
CONFESSION.
To confess, to perform services which include Covenanting, [31]
—in the Old Testament, [32]