Hebrews 6:16

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People swear an oath by someone who’s greater than they are, and the oath guarantees that they’ll keep their promise. After that, nobody argues about whether the person really meant what they were saying.

Cross References

Hebrews 6:13

When God made his promise to Abraham, he swore an oath by himself—there was no one greater to swear an oath by.

Galatians 3:15

Brothers and sisters, let me give you an example from everyday life. Once people make an official agreement, no one else can cancel it or change it.