Swear Not at All: Containing an Exposure of the Needlessness and Mischievousness as Well as Antichristianity of the Ceremony of an Oath

By Jeremy Bentham

Book Overview

""Swear Not at All"" is a book written by philosopher Jeremy Bentham that argues against the need for and harm caused by the ceremony of taking an oath. Bentham presents a case against the traditional practice of swearing oaths, claiming that it is unnecessary, harmful, and goes against Christian principles. He believes that the act of swearing an oath can lead to dishonesty and corruption, and that it is not necessary for individuals to make promises under oath in order to be held accountable for their actions. Bentham's book is a thought-provoking critique of a long-standing tradition that challenges readers to reconsider their beliefs about the role of oaths and promises in society.1817. A View of the Parliamentary Recognition of its Needlessness, implied in the practice of both houses: and an indication of the unexceptionable securities, by which whatsoever practical good purposes the ceremony has been employed to serve would be more effectually provided for. Together with proof of the open and persevering contempt of moral and religious principle, perpetuated by it and rendered universal, in the two Church-of-England Universities; more especially in the University of Oxford. Pre-detached from an Introduction to the Rationale of Evidence.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162728418
• ISBN13: 9781162728414
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 104 Pages
• Weight: 0.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"