I swear' refer to a solemn vow. They take their name from the vow of celibacy they traditionally swore. He also refused due to his vow of celibacy. Bhishma refused, restating that he had taken a vow of celibacy. The friar absolves her of her vow of celibacy. Intensely, Devavrata pledged the "terrible" vow of Brahmacharya - celibacy. Cord declines due to his vow of celibacy. Tekakwitha took a vow of perpetual virginity. However, he refuses to reveal anything, having taken a vow of silence. They shun publicity and its members share a vow of secrecy. He came to view his cry for help as a vow he could never break. Charley and Boss vow to avenge this injustice. The kidnappers, angered by the death of their friend, vow revenge. According to the Mishnah he was under no obligation to keep the ill-phrased, illegal vow. You may vow the vow every year if you wish.