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Does the statement: "If I had money, I would do it again" in the context of wishing to perform Hajj again constitute a vow (nadhr)? And is one obliged to fulfill it if the intention (niyyah) was not present, and does repeating this phrase necessitate performing multiple Hajj pilgrimages?

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There is no contradiction between the two answers. A vow () requires a صيغة (formulation) that expresses commitment, such as "لله عليّ" (It is a duty upon me for Allah) or "عليّ" (Upon me). Whereas "If what I desire happens, I will do such-and-such" does not in itself indicate commitment. However, if the speaker intended a vow with this formulation, then it becomes a vow by intention. In the questioner's case, his statement "If I had money, I would do it again" is not considered a vow unless he intended it as such. It appears he was merely expressing a wish, therefore, he is not bound by a vow to perform Hajj.

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