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...

• 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"