Swearing

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Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain; for the Lord will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain.

Notes

The term "swearing" is currently used to cover a broad swath of objectionable speech. Here are some categories:

  • Swearing Oaths: Tying the truth of one statement to some item or concept of respect.
  • Taking a Name in Vain: Using a name of some respected figure for some reason other than to actually refer to the person in any articulate fashion.
  • Cursing: Calling down damnation or some other misfortune.
  • Using Taboo Words: Various magic buzz words that are considered bad for other reasons.

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