What is the ruling if the master affirms the purchase for Zayd, but Zayd denies the agency (the mandate to buy for Zayd)?
General Chapter
Al-Mughni
Book of Agency
Primary text
If the master affirms the agency (the authorization to purchase for Zayd) but Zayd denies that the slave was bought for him, the judgment depends on Zayd's denial. If Zayd denies the agency entirely, Zayd takes an oath and is absolved. The master has the right to rescind the sale and reclaim his slave due to the impossibility of securing the price.
Supporting text
If Zayd affirms the agency but denies the specific instruction that the slave was bought *for* him, the statement of the slave is accepted, because the agent's word is accepted regarding the authorized action.