OATH, is a solemn affirmation, in which the persons sworn invoke the Almighty to witness that their testimony is true; renouncing all claim to his mercy, and calling for vengeance, if it be false.
Coronation-OATH. See KING.
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OATH, is a solemn affirmation, in which the persons sworn invoke the Almighty to witness that their testimony is true; renouncing all claim to his mercy, and calling for vengeance, if it be false.
Coronation-OATH. See KING.