Srinagar, Nov. 5 -- In Islam, fulfilling promises is a moral and spiritual obligation deeply rooted in the teachings of the Quran and the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The Quran explicitly emphasizes the importance of fulfilling promises, as mentioned in Surah Al-Isra: "And fulfill [every] commitment. Indeed, the commitment is ever [that about which one will be] questioned" (17:34). This verse explains how serious promises are, and every vow or promise has accountability before Allah.

To keep promises is not merely a social etiquette; rather, it is the virtue of integrity and faith in one's self. It is a sign of honesty, truthfulness, and respectability which are considered as core virtues of Islam. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) f...