While I do believe in God, I do not believe in the same way as others, so I would prefer not to swear on the Bible. (being sworn in at his son's murder trial)
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker acknowledges a personal belief in God but rejects traditional institutional expressions like swearing on the Bible.
- In plain terms
- I believe in God but not like everyone else, so I won't swear on the Bible.
- What can you take from it?
- Personal faith does not require public ritual.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you define your faith?
- Does ritual matter to belief?
Another view
It may be seen as disrespectful to tradition.
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