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The document discusses the historical context and significance of oaths in early modern England, particularly focusing on a burglary incident involving a clergyman, Edmund Lodge, who laughed at the forced swearing of an oath by the victim, Robert Robinson. It explores the complexities of oaths as both religious and legal instruments, their perceived sacredness, and the societal implications of their misuse. The author argues that while oaths were once seen as powerful societal ties, their effectiveness and

Author

Костянтин Рахно

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EN