Matthew 23:20

The Passion Translation

Whoever swears by the altar swears by the altar and everything offered on it.

Cross References

Matthew 23:19

What deception! For what is greater, the gift or the altar that makes the gift sacred?

Matthew 23:21

And whoever swears by the temple swears by it and the one who dwells in it.

Hebrews 6:16

It is very common for people to swear an oath by something greater than themselves, for the oath will confirm their statements and end all dispute.