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Does not keeping a promise violate the precept on lying? What if I promised myself?

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In my opinion, if you promise something to someone and don't keep it, it is equivalent to lying. But what if the promise is to myself and I don't keep it; is it violating the precept on lying? Does the lying precept apply to oneself, i.e not lying to yourself? Sutta / Vinaya references would be very much appreciated. Edit: I meant one vowed/ promised with honest intention at the time did it, but later change mind and don't want to keep it anymore
Asked by user2174870 (345 rep)
Jun 24, 2014, 12:57 AM
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