Deuteronomy 23:22 Blessings and Curses

22 But if you refrain from making a vow, you will not be guilty.

Meaning of Deuteronomy 23:22

Deuteronomy 23:22 emphasizes the seriousness of vows made to God, highlighting His desire for sincere commitment and integrity in our promises. It teaches us to approach our pledges with a heart of reverence, stressing that withholding a vow is better than making one and failing to honor it.

Cross References for Deuteronomy 23:22

Ecclesiastes 5:5 - It is better not to vow than to make a vow and not fulfill it. Click to read the verse Ecclesiastes 5:5 Click to read the verse Ecclesiastes 5:5