Making a promise in one's mind

Q: If someone promises something to Allah in his mind without uttering it verbally, is the promise valid?

A: This does not constitute a vow.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

Answered by:

Mufti Zakaria Makada

Checked & Approved:

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)