Hebrews 6:16

Twentieth Century New Testament 1904

Men, of course, swear by what is greater than themselves, and with them an oath is accepted as putting a matter beyond all dispute.

Cross References

Galatians 3:15

To take an illustration, Brothers, from daily life--No one sets aside even an agreement between two men, when once it has been confirmed, nor does he add conditions to it.

Hebrews 6:13

When God gave his promise to Abraham, since there was no one greater by whom he could swear, he swore by himself.