Is the intention to fast an atonement secretly after menstruation—to avoid the family's knowledge—considered showing off, and likewise, is performing an atonement for an uncertain oath as a precaution [considered showing off]?
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You are not required to offer expiation for the first oath unless you are certain that you swore it. If you suffer from religious scrupulosity, then abandon excessive caution. You must offer expiation for the second oath. The two mentioned situations do not fall under showing off (riya').
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