Definition of OATH
1a (1) : a solemn usually formal calling upon God or a god to witness to the truth of what one says or to witness that one sincerely intends to do what one says (2) : a solemn attestation of the truth or inviolability of one's words b : something (as a promise) corroborated by an oath
2
: an irreverent or careless use of a sacred name; broadly : swearword
An example...
An example...
Oath of Initiation by a Georgia Tech chapter
I, of my own free will and accord, in the presence of God and of these witnesses, do hereby solemnly declare that the principles of this Fraternity as they have been explained to me accord entirely with my own views; and I solemnly promise that as a member of this Fraternity I will faithfully adhere to those principles endeavoring in every way to perfect myself morally, intellectually, and socially, and endeavoring also to act towards others according to that high standard of conduct required by the Fraternity.
I solemnly promise that I will be loyal to the Delta Upsilon Fraternity and to this chapter, abiding by their rules, discharging my obligations to them faithfully, and using all honorable means to promote their interests.
I solemnly promise that I will share with my brothers the duties of my chapter; that I will uphold and encourage them in all that is honorable and right; that I will ever extend to each brother the right hand of sympathy; and that at all times and in all circumstances I will endeavor to cultivate those sentiments which should ever exist between brothers.
All this I solemnly promise upon my honor, without any equivocation, mental reservation, or secret evasion of mind whatsoever.
From the "RITUAL OF INITIATION," The Delta Upsilon Fraternity
So after an example and a definition...what does taking an oath mean to me? I will say that since joining a sorority my personal definition has completely changed...well, maybe not so much, but I have had way more time to think about it...
This upcoming Saturday is Pi Beta Phi's initiation for our fall pledge class. During this sacred ritual, new members take an oath to Pi Phi devoting themselves to our fraternity through scholastic, philanthropic, and leadership roles.
When I took this this oath two years ago, during my freshman winter quarter, I had no idea what I was really agreeing too. Although the ceremony is something I will always remember, I have just recently learned what it means to truly follow this oath.
I try and follow my pledge to Pi Phi as best as I can through daily life by bringing joy not only to my life, but more importantly to others.
And on a completely unrelated note...Here is a video that should cheer everyone up!...especially if you're a lint licker...hehe! ohhhh, and it wouldn't let me embed the video? so just click on the link!
LINT LICKER
I solemnly promise that I will be loyal to the Delta Upsilon Fraternity and to this chapter, abiding by their rules, discharging my obligations to them faithfully, and using all honorable means to promote their interests.
I solemnly promise that I will share with my brothers the duties of my chapter; that I will uphold and encourage them in all that is honorable and right; that I will ever extend to each brother the right hand of sympathy; and that at all times and in all circumstances I will endeavor to cultivate those sentiments which should ever exist between brothers.
All this I solemnly promise upon my honor, without any equivocation, mental reservation, or secret evasion of mind whatsoever.
From the "RITUAL OF INITIATION," The Delta Upsilon Fraternity
So after an example and a definition...what does taking an oath mean to me? I will say that since joining a sorority my personal definition has completely changed...well, maybe not so much, but I have had way more time to think about it...
This upcoming Saturday is Pi Beta Phi's initiation for our fall pledge class. During this sacred ritual, new members take an oath to Pi Phi devoting themselves to our fraternity through scholastic, philanthropic, and leadership roles.
When I took this this oath two years ago, during my freshman winter quarter, I had no idea what I was really agreeing too. Although the ceremony is something I will always remember, I have just recently learned what it means to truly follow this oath.
I try and follow my pledge to Pi Phi as best as I can through daily life by bringing joy not only to my life, but more importantly to others.
And on a completely unrelated note...Here is a video that should cheer everyone up!...especially if you're a lint licker...hehe! ohhhh, and it wouldn't let me embed the video? so just click on the link!
LINT LICKER
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