All 3 Uses of
perjury
in
A Man for All Seasons
- MORE Because evidence is given on oath, and he will not perjure himself.†
Chpt 2 *perjure = break the law by telling lies after formally promising to tell the truth
- (He goes) CRANMER (Hastily) That's not to tempt you into perjury, my man†
Chpt 2perjury = the criminal offense of telling lies after formally promising to tell the truth
- (fill look to MORE, but he looks to RICH) MORE In good faith, Rich, I am sorrier for your perjury than my peril†
Chpt 2
Definition:
the criminal offense of telling lies after formally promising to tell the truth -- such as when testifying in a court trial