Unfortunately, in today's world we have to be reminded that the power of an oath derives from the fact that in it we ask God to bear witness to the promises we make with the implicit expectation that He will hold us accountable for the manner in which we honor them.
James L. BuckleyAbout author
- Author's profession: Politician
- Nationality: american
- Born: March 9, 1923
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