Oaths

July 25, 2025 1 min

Can a Woman in ’Idda Appoint Someone for Hajj If She Made a Vow?—Shaykh Irsh...

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Can my mother appoint someone to perform Hajj on her behalf during her ‘Idda? Answer In this video answer, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick explains whether a woman in her ’idda period may appoint someone to perform Hajj on her behalf if she had made a vow to do so. Shaykh […]
July 13, 2025 1 min

When Is Taking an Oath Recommended in Islam?—Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Are there situations in which taking an oath is recommended in Islam? Answer In this video answer, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat explains when taking an oath can be recommended in Islam. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat pursued Arabic Grammar and Morphology alongside his English and History degree. Post-graduation, he deepened his studies […]
June 7, 2025 2 mins

Must I Offer Expiation for Breaking a Conditional Oath?

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I swore not to speak to a friend if Allah hid a secret of mine, but I later revealed the secret. Can I now speak to my friend, and do I need to offer expiation for the oath? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. […]
May 18, 2025 2 mins

Should I Swear an Oath If My Friend Requests It?

Answered by Shaykh Anas al-Musa Question My friend asked me about something important to him, and when I informed him, he requested that I swear an oath about it. Should I comply with his request? Answer In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. All praise is due to Allah, Lord of […]
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