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2006-08-13 15:48:41 · 13 answers · asked by mo 3 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Yes, quote Article VI of the Constitution.
Religious oaths are prohibited by constitutional law.
2006-08-13 18:08:59 · answer #1 · answered by coragryph 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Simply omit the statement.
Instead of "I solemnly swear" use "I solemnly affirm"
Instead of "... office upon which I am about to enter, so help me God" use "...office upon which I am about to enter."
Instead of "... one nation, under God, indivisible..." use "one nation, indivisible."
It isn't really that difficult to do. The real question is - why do you fear invoking god or a god in your oaths? Is it really relevent? People need to really loosen up - if that is the biggest problem in your life, you are one lucky person. It makes me sick to be honest with you.
I am in Iraq fighting a war, I was shot at TWICE yesterday and then I read petty BS like this. You are truly wasting the freedom the Soldiers, Sailors and Airmen fight to protect. It must be nice to live in your sheltered little world - I hope you someday have some real problems.
2006-08-14 09:18:44 · answer #2 · answered by Forgiven 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it is a legal oath (such as court), you can request for other options besides swearing.
As for the Pledge, you can choose if you want to recite it or not.
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As for feeling any type of religious remorse--swearing by the bible or taking an oath, either way if you lie you'll be commiting perjury, which is punishable by law.
2006-08-13 22:51:56 · answer #3 · answered by RR 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In many courts..the phase..."under God" is not forced, its a choice to use it or leave it out.
You wouldn't even have to swear on the Bible.
Just stand and raise your right hand..and repeat...
I solemnly swear to tell the tell, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth....and then sit down.
Of course it doesn't matter if you swear on the Bible or use the phrase..so help me God....God still knows if you are a liar.
2006-08-13 22:57:04 · answer #4 · answered by swampfox conservative 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Say that you are a Jehovah's Witness. They aren't allowed to even take any oaths, say the pledge, or serve in the military. People aren't allowed to verify your religion, either, because that's your own business.
2006-08-13 22:52:33 · answer #5 · answered by Cat Loves Her Sabres 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can always "attest" to the statement. This allows Jehovah's Witnesses to take an oath
2006-08-13 22:54:13 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Easiest way is to take the oath in Cuba or China, and stay there.
2006-08-14 00:05:02 · answer #7 · answered by Sgt. VietnamVet 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In court, people have the option of swearing on the bible or affirming. This simply means to promise to tell the truth. Just tell them you wish to affirm. Doesn't negate perjury though, if that's what your planning. Simply there for those who don't believe, and holds the same weight.
2006-08-14 05:27:09 · answer #8 · answered by Jim D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm sorry but this is kind of a dumb question . . . . when your in court ask to say something else than swear on the bible . . . . when saying the Pledge either don't say it of don't say under God when reciting it. Hope that helps.
Anthony
2006-08-13 22:55:11 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cross your fingers while swearing.. It voids your oath,
2006-08-13 22:56:21 · answer #10 · answered by yukonjack 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋