Is an oath established when one states, 'The oaths of allegiance (*ayman al-bay'ah*) are binding upon me'?

General Chapter

Al-Mughni

Book of Expiations

Book 60 · Issue 3 · Bab 1

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Primary text

Al-Qadi mentioned in another context that concerning one who says, 'The oaths of allegiance are binding upon me,' if he knows and intends everything contained therein, his oath is established with everything contained within those oaths.

Supporting text

This ruling presents two possible views, as it contradicts what was stated in the first mentioned issue.