👉 In Islamic jurisprudence, a "avowal" is a statement made by a person who has committed an act of wrong against another party. It generally means that the person responsible for the wrongdoing is not willing to admit their mistake and is instead seeking forgiveness or understanding from the other party. The concept of avowals in Islam dates back to the time of Prophet Muhammad, who was known for his avowal of disbelief in Jesus Christ upon his death (see: "Avowal