Chapter 11 Details of The Trait of Nekiyut/Cleanliness Page 217The Power and Peril of Your Word

Commitments are Binding

This discussion centers on the importance of keeping one's word, expanding beyond formal oaths to encompass all verbal commitments and even casual statements. It highlights the binding nature of spoken words in a spiritual context and warns against making promises or using phrases like "I swear" lightly, even in slang. The text also addresses the severe issue of lying as a destructive habit, emphasizing its various levels, from outright deception to minor fabrications, and the loss of credibility it entails. The overall theme underscores the need for truthfulness and integrity in all forms of communication.