Difference between an oath and a promise
Question
Is a strong promise the same as an oath? If someone makes a firm intention not to do something (word usage is promise) then if they break the promise do they have to give kafarah?
Answer
A promise is totally different to an oath. The laws are not the same. It is compulsory to fulfil one's promise morally and ethically.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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