What is the ruling if the patient who purchased his father for 1000 dirhams leaves behind 2000 dirhams besides the purchase price?
General Chapter
Al-Mughni
Book of Bequests
Primary text
The father is manumitted entirely, and the son inherits one-sixth of the remaining 2000 dirhams. Malik and Abu Hanifa hold this position.
Supporting text
According to the position of Abu Hanifa's two companions, half of the father is manumitted, and the son is pursued for the value of the other half.