# pledge #

## Definition: ##

The term "pledge" refers to formally and solemnly promising to do something or give something.

* In the Old Testament the officials of Israel pledged to be loyal to King David.
* The object given as a pledge would be returned to its owner when the promise was fulfilled.
* "To pledge" could be translate as "to formally commit to" or "to strongly  promise."
* The term "pledge" can also refer to an object given as a guarantee or promise that a debt will be paid.
* Ways to translate "a pledge" could include "a solemn promise" or "a formal commitment" or "a guarantee" or "a formal assurance," depending on the context.

(See also: [[../kt/promise.md]], [[../other/oath.md]], [[../kt/vow.md]])

## Bible References: ##

* [2 Corinthians 05:4-5](en/tn/2co/help/05/04)
* [Exodus 22:25-27](en/tn/exo/help/22/25)
* [Genesis 38:17-18](en/tn/gen/help/38/17)
* [Nehemiah 10:28-29](en/tn/neh/help/10/28)