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The second question of Fatwa no. 17168

Q 2: A man intended to observe Sawm (fasting) for seven consecutive days, but he could not continue. Is he sinful?

A: A vow is made only by pronouncing it on purpose, according to the saying of the Prophet (peace be upon him),

( Part No : 23,Page No:303)
 Allah has forgiven my Ummah (nation) for (the thoughts) they tell themselves, as long as they do not commit them or speak them aloud. (Agreed upon its authenticity by Imams Al-Bukhari and Muslim).If a person intends to make a vow but does not pronounce it, it will not be binding on them.

May Allah grant us success! May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family and Companions!

Permanent Committee for Scholarly Research and Ifta'

Member Member Member Member Chairman
Bakr Abu Zayd `Abdul-`Aziz Al Al-Shaykh Salih Al-Fawzan `Abdullah ibn Ghudayyan `Abdul-`Aziz ibn `Abdullah ibn Baz



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