Magistrates upon appointment take oaths or make affirmations in the same form as Justices of this Court and the members of other federal courts. |
Politicians spoke, judges administered the oaths and newly naturalized citizens cheered. |
First, in order to be initiated, a person has to bind himself, by the most cruel and barbarous oaths, never to reveal any of Masonry's secrets. |
Most oaths are undated, and I have had to estimate dates based on their context. |
As such, taking many cues from Transcendentalism I don't think any oaths are necessary. |
They are not deceitful or treacherous in their conduct and are faithful to their oaths and promises. |