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What is the ruling on swearing not to leave the prayer, and then leaving it after this happens repeatedly? And what is the ruling on swearing not to think about a specific matter, and then thinking about it? And what is the ruling on swearing falsely while attempting to conceal the word of Allah (Jalalah)? And what is the expiation for these oaths if the questioner cannot find a place to feed or clothe the needy?

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The cure for obsessive whispers (waswasah) is to disregard them. A person is not held accountable, nor is expiation (kaffarah) required for oaths or breaches of oaths made under their influence, because they are in the position of one who is compelled. As for a false oath, repentance is required, but expiation is not obligatory, according to the preponderant opinion. Regarding oaths about whose utterance there is doubt, the default is that they were not uttered, and their utterance should not be confirmed except with absolute certainty. The amount of expiation for an oath is approximately 750 grams of rice per needy person. If no needy persons are found, associations or knowledgeable individuals can be entrusted with it. Expiation is only required for oaths made and breached by choice. As for what was under the influence of obsessive whispers, it is pardoned.

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