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Is it permissible for the expiation for an oath (kaffarat al-yameen) to be feeding ten needy persons with baked goods like bread and discs (aqras), or must it be rice or the customary food, given the swearer's financial circumstances and the difficulty of fasting?

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The majority of jurists hold that an oath sworn by divorce takes effect upon breaking the oath, contrary to Ibn Taymiyyah, who is of the opinion that it incurs an expiation for an oath (kaffarat yamin).

Fasting is not sufficient for the expiation of an oath unless one is unable to provide food or clothing.

The amount and type of food that is sufficient for expiation depend on the customs and traditions of the people in each country, based on the Almighty's saying: "from the average of that which you feed your [own] families." So, if baked goods are among the average of what people eat in your country, they are sufficient for expiation. Otherwise, you should feed from the usual food, or clothe ten poor persons. If you cannot do that, then fast for three days.

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