solemn vow
a perpetual, irrevocable public vow taken by a religious, in which property may not be owned by the individual, and marriage is held invalid under canon law.
Origin of solemn vow
1- Compare simple vow.
Words Nearby solemn vow
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How to use solemn vow in a sentence
Somewhat coyly, Skidmore admits that “Richard was to break this solemn vow in spectacular style.”
Three Dicks: Cheney, Nixon, Richard III and the Art of Reputation Rehab | Clive Irving | July 27, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTIf they marry, for instance, they have departed from a high purpose, but have broken no solemn vow.
The Cradle of Mankind | W.A. WigramHe was in excellent hands, training to a noble work, under a venerable priest, and in conformity to a solemn vow.
Female Scripture Biographies, Vol. I | Francis Augustus CoxHer solemn vow, her judicious repetitions, her whole phraseology, evince this prevailing disposition.
Female Scripture Biographies, Vol. I | Francis Augustus CoxI want you to keep your solemn vow that you would make me your wife; and—and delays are dangerous.
Jolly Sally Pendleton | Laura Jean Libbey
He bore the external signs of an infirm magician, while his face was hidden in a cloth to mark the imposition of a solemn vow.
Kai Lung's Golden Hours | Ernest Bramah
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