qasam

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In Islam, a qasam is a solemn voluntary promise or oath, often sworn upon one of the names or attributes of Allah. This pledge to God is taken seriously, and making a false oath is considered a danger to one's soul. The concept of an oath, or qasam, is rooted in religious customs and has been a practice across various cultures and religions throughout history, including Judaism, Christianity, and ancient civilizations.1

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…a person may make a qasam (“oath”), in which the person swears, for example, upon one of the names or attributes of Allah. Because the qasam is primarily a pledge to God, a false oath is considered a danger to one’s soul.
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…a person may make a qasam (“oath”), in which the person swears, for example, upon one of the names or attributes of Allah. Because the qasam is primarily a pledge to God, a false oath is considered a danger to one’s soul.
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