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Fulfilling a Monetary Vow at Its Value
A lady made a vow that if a certain event occurred, she would distribute an amount of one thousand Syrian pounds. This vow was made a long time ago, and the event has now occurred, but she has not distributed the money due to circumstances. Now, the value of the Syrian pound has decreased and is no longer the same as it was before. She had intended to give this amount to a widow who has young children. Should she distribute the amount at its new value and give it to the widow she specified?
Answer
I say, and with God's success: The vow must be fulfilled, and she is obligated to perform what she vowed, and it does not fall from her because it remains in her debt. She may pay it to anyone she deems appropriate, and God knows best.
