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Finishing chapter 4 and beginning chapter 5! The term “Amen” has an element of an oath to it. As does “No.” And “Yes.” With support from God’s promise to never destroy the earth via water again. Plus, what happens when an oath is in the form a curse, swearing to the negative? When would the Ineffable Name of God be required – if one is going to curse “in the name of God”? A new mishnah! (with the new chapter) – An oath over a deposit or collateral. How aware does the oath-taker need to be of a violation, in order to be liable for a false oath? Plus, the penalties and liabilities…including personal injury – as a monetary issue.
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