Is a bequest (Wasiyyah) made to one's Mukatab (contracted slave) valid?

General Chapter

Al-Mughni

Book of Bequests

Book 31 · Issue 1 · Bab 1

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The bequest made to one's Mukatab, the Mukatab of an heir, or a Mukatab belonging to a non-relative is valid. This applies whether the bequest was of a common share or a specified asset. The basis for this ruling is that the heirs have no right over the Mukatab, nor do they possess his wealth.