Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question If someone says, “O Allah if I smoke, I will give charity within 40 days,” does this apply to every future instance of smoking or just once, given that the intention was for a single occurrence? If they miss the 40-day deadline, should they still give to charity, or […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I vowed, “If I commit (specific sin), grant me Hellfire forever,” but later committed the sin. Can I repent and seek forgiveness for breaking this vow? Is the vow binding, and does it require expiation? If so, what is the correct method, and would I still be bound by […]

Answered by Shaykh Yusuf Weltch Question Does moving my hands to music forgetfully break my oath to never dance in front of men if cured, and do I need to offer expiation? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. The customary meaning of things is given great importance when it comes […]

Answered by Shaykh Yusuf Weltch Question Does texting “Wallahi I won’t do this” count as an oath, and do I need to pay kaffara if I broke it? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate Yes. This does count as an oath and is obligatory to fulfill the oath (unless it […]