1 Kings 8:31

“If any man trespass against his neighbour, and an oath be laid upon him to cause him to swear, and the oath come before thine altar in this house:”

"If any man trespass against his neighbour, and an oath be laid upon him to cause him to swear, and the oath come before thine altar in this house:" - 1 Kings 8:31
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What does 1 Kings 8:31 mean?

1 Kings 8:31 (KJV) states: "If any man trespass against his neighbor, and an oath be laid upon him to cause him to swear, and the oath come before thine altar in this house" Context: This verse comes from the Old Testament book of 1 Kings, which chronicles the reign of King…

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The Weight of Oaths: A Reflection on Justice and Mercy

In 1 Kings 8:31, we encounter a profound illustration of justice and the sanctity of oaths: "If any man trespass against his neighbour, and an oath be laid upon him to cause him to swear, and the oath come before thine altar in this house:" This verse unfolds in the context of…

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A Prayer for Justice and Reconciliation

Heavenly Father, we come before You today with humble hearts, acknowledging the sacredness of Your presence within this holy space. We stand in reverence, reminded of the words found in Your Holy Scripture, specifically in 1 Kings 8:31, which teaches us about the weight of oaths…

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