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    The Truth Behind 'The Whole Truth'

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    Uncover the surprising origins of courtroom's most sacred oath, from debunked testicle myths to medieval innovations that shaped modern justice.

    The Truth Behind 'The Whole Truth'

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    The oath is a ritual that marks the transition from casual conversation to formal testimony, signaling that we're now in a special space where different rules apply. It's like a psychological switch that changes the context of everything that follows.

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