What is the ruling on taking an oath under duress without intention, or with a good intention other than the intention of the oath, in the Sacred Mosque, and does it necessitate expiation?
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The oath sworn under duress is not binding, and there is no expiation for it, according to the majority of scholars. The same applies to an oath sworn without the intention of making a vow.
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