Christianity
Islam
Judaism
Hinduism
Buddhism
Oaths & Vows
Solemn promises made before God carry immense weight in every religious tradition. From Nazirite vows to Islamic oaths to Buddhist precepts, the act of binding oneself through sacred speech expresses the deepest level of commitment and accountability.
Across the World's Religions
Christianity
- अभ्यास
- Oaths and vows — let your yes be yes
- Key Text
- Matthew 5:33-37; James 5:12; Numbers 30:2
Islam
- अभ्यास
- Qasam / Yamin — oaths in Allah's name must be fulfilled
- Key Text
- Quran 5:89, 16:91
Judaism
- अभ्यास
- Neder (vow) — binding; Kol Nidre annulment tradition
- Key Text
- Numbers 30:2; Deuteronomy 23:21-23; Ecclesiastes 5:4
Hinduism
- अभ्यास
- Vrata (religious vow) — self-discipline for spiritual growth
- Key Text
- Bhagavad Gita 17:14; Yoga Sutra 2.30-32
Buddhism
- अभ्यास
- Sila (precepts) — voluntary undertaking of moral training rules
- Key Text
- AN 8.39; Dhammapada 183