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12 But above all, (A)my brothers, (B)do not swear, either by heaven or by earth or with any other oath. But let [a]your yes be yes, and your no, no, so that you may not fall under judgment.

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Footnotes

  1. James 5:12 Lit yours is to be yes, yes, and no, no

Final instructions

12 Most important, my brothers and sisters, never make a solemn pledge—neither by heaven nor earth, nor by anything else. Instead, speak with a simple “Yes” or “No,” or else you may fall under judgment.

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