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# pledge #
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## Definition: ##
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The term "pledge" refers to formally and solemnly promising to do something or give something.
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* In the Old Testament the officials of Israel pledged to be loyal to King David.
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* The object given as a pledge would be returned to its owner when the promise was fulfilled.
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* "To pledge" could be translate as "to formally commit to" or "to strongly promise."
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* 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.
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(See also: [promise ](../kt/promise.md ), [oath ](../other/oath.md ), [vow ](../kt/vow.md ))
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## 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 )