The work of the league against blasphemy and swearing

The work of the league against blasphemy and swearing "Bond tegen het vloeken" began in Holland in 1917, when a group of christians, concerned about blasphemy and swearing in society, decided to combat this sinful trend with the teaching of the Bible.

The objects of the "Bond tegen het vloeken" are to glorify God and edify the people of God by campaigning against blasphemy, swearing and abusive language, which is so prevalent in our modern society, and positively to encourage the use of wholesome speech in every area of life.

The objects as stated above are pursued by various activities: Poster campaigns, advertisements in newspapers and magazines, public protests against blasphemy and swearing via the massmedia (radio, television and press) and distributing relevant literature. The display of posters, which has proved very succesful, is mainly concentrated on railway-stations and busstops.

1. It pleases mother so much.
2. It is a fine mark of manliness.
3. It proves I have self control.
4. It indicates how clearly my mind operates.
5. It makes my conversation so pleasing to everybody.
6. It leaves no doubt in anyone's mind as to my good breeding.
7. It impresses people that I have more than ordinary education.
8. It is an unmistakable sign of culture and refinement.
9. It makes a very diserable personality among women and children and in all respectable society.
10. It is my way of honoring God who said: 'Thou shalt not take the Name of the Lord thy God in vain'.

(from: The Johnson Print Shop - London)