What is the ruling when two claimants assert ownership over a specific item against each other, with neither possessing proof, and the seller denies both claims?
General Chapter
Al-Mughni
Book of Claims and Evidences
Primary text
If two parties claim ownership over the same item, each stating they purchased it from Zayd for a specific price which they paid, and neither has proof, and Zayd denies both claims, Zayd must take an oath affirming his ownership, and the item remains his.