In his association with the volleyball, Winston (I think that's the name). He is so desperate for human contact that he creates a personality from the ball to talk to and even have conversations with.
Persons opposed to swearing in an oath may say "I affirm" or "I promise" instead of using language that conflicts with their beliefs. This alternative language allows individuals to make a commitment without invoking a higher power or swearing by it.
Do you solemnly state to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth so help you God? or Do you affirm to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth, under the pains and penalties of perjury?
I swear by Almighty God that the evidence I shall give will be the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth. Alternative formas are available, according to religion - or lack of it. Commonest variation is to affirm: Instead of 'I swear by Almighty God', one says 'I do solemnly affirm and declare'. This is used by both militant atheists and those Christians who take seriously Jesus' injunction not to swear at all.
Your question is vague howeverWhen your a witness, one must be sworn an oath that you are not lying on standSince about 60% of the U.S. is very religious, this has worked a couple of times, but not always. It is to ensure that when one is up in the stands, one is always telling the truth."you do solemnly swear (or affirm) that the testimony you give is the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth, under penalty of perjury."
Many Christians, including ministers, believe that the Bible teaches that we should not swear at all, on the Bible or otherwise. So they will usually just say they "affirm" that they will tell the truth.
The truth is LEARN
Most states offer an alternative oath especially when swearing in while giving evidence or as a member of a jury. Each state is different in the wording of their oaths but rather than saying "so help me God," the oath commonly refers to severe civil and criminal ramifications for lying.
Because they needed a reason and a code to call all the Jewish people and a reason for being many persons at that home in that moment at night
Autonomy, truth telling, confidentiality, and, fidelity
To assert or affirm with confidence; declare in a positive or peremptory manner. -Websters
Christian morality is based on the teachings of Jesus Christ who claime to be "the way, the truth and the life". Being nice is usually based on personal opinion or social conformity.
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