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1. www.christianity.com › wiki › christian-lifeWhat Does the Bible Say About Cursing and Swear Words?

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   Mar 21, 2024 · We use different terms to describe profanity: cussing, cursing, swearing, offensive language, crude language. However, as cultural as this discussion might be, the Bible is concerned with what we say.

2. www.bibletools.org › RTD › cggWhat the Bible says about Swearing - Bible Tools

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   What the Bible says about Swearing. ( From Forerunner Commentary ) Swearing is to use profane or obscene language. Swearing may have had its origins in Old Testament times when people sincerely called on God's name to back up an oath or a vow. In these times, the people of modern Israel have discarded God as well as the practice of making ...

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   What does the Bible say about swearing?

   • The Bible takes swearing (vows, oaths) extremely seriously, emphasizing the importance of integrity, honesty, and faithfulness in fulfilling commitments. God keeps his promises, and when we swear an oath, we are bound to fulfill it, which can be difficult.

   What Does the Bible Say About Cursing and Swear Words? - Christianity

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   What does it mean if a person swears by God?

   • When a person swears by a thing greater than himself, it lends weight to what he says. He means that his word is as certain as the existence and power of the one by whom he is swearing. When one takes an oath by God or on the Bible, such as in a court of law, men recognize that God Himself makes the oath binding. God swore by His holiness.

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   Does the Bible say 'cussing' or'swearing' words?

   • While the Bible doesn’t explicitly address modern-day “cussing” or specific swear words, it does provide principles and guidelines that can be applied to our choice of words. 1. Avoid Profanity and Vulgar Speech: The Bible encourages us to avoid using language that is coarse, obscene, or disrespectful.

   25 Bible Verses About Cussing and Swearing (With Commentary)

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   What does it mean if a person swears not?

   • Swear Not! When a person swears by a thing greater than himself, it lends weight to what he says. He means that his word is as certain as the existence and power of the one by whom he is swearing. When one takes an oath by God or on the Bible, such as in a court of law, men recognize that God Himself makes the oath binding.

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4. www.crosswalk.com › faith › spiritual-lifeWhat Does the Bible Say about Cursing, Swearing, and Using ...

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   Feb 9, 2024 · Dear David, Swearing is most likely as old as the human race. The Bible is filled with examples of people who swore! Today, cursing, swearing, and all types of profanity fill the air all...

5. thebibleforstudents.com › matthew › lesson-7-(c5)Matthew 5:33–37. Swearing. Cleaning Up Our Language.

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   Examples of curses: God damn it. To Hell with it. May you have a kidney stone. Get lost. Drop dead. May you live in interesting times. A plague on both your houses. Examples of swearing: By God! For Christ’s sake! I swear to God! O God! Jesus Christ! We have many examples of diminished oaths ( minced, made fine) in our language.

6. www.biblestudytools.com › topical-verses › bibleThe Top Bible Verses about Swearing in Scripture

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   • James 5:12. 12 Above all, my brothers and sisters, do not swear—not by heaven or by earth or by anything else. All you need to say is a simple “Yes” or “No.”
   • Exodus 20:7. 7 “You shall not misuse the name of the LORD your God, for the LORD will not hold anyone guiltless who misuses his name. Read Chapter All Versions.
   • Ephesians 4:29. 29 Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.
   • Matthew 5:33-37. 33 “Again, you have heard that it was said to the people long ago, ‘Do not break your oath, but fulfill to the Lord the vows you have made.’

7. scripturesavvy.com › bible-verses-about-cussing25 Bible Verses About Cussing and Swearing (With Commentary)

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   Feb 12, 2024 · What Does the Bible Say About Cussing and Swearing? In the Bible, there are several verses that touch upon the use of language and speech. While the Bible doesn’t explicitly address modern-day “cussing” or specific swear words, it does provide principles and guidelines that can be applied to our choice of words.

8. bible.knowing-jesus.com › words › SwearingSwearing in the Bible (22 instances) - Online Bible

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   Num 5:21. Tools. at this point the priest must make the woman take the oath with the sworn curse, and he is to say to her—‘May the Lord make you into an object of your people’s cursing and swearing when He makes your thigh shrivel and your belly swell. HCSB.