What is the ruling if the two sons deny the manumission of Ghanim attested by unrelated witnesses and affirm only the manumission of Salim?

General Chapter

Al-Mughni

Book of Claims and Evidences

Book 65 · Issue 4 · Bab 1

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Primary text

If the two sons deny the testimony regarding Ghanim, stating only Salim was manumitted, both slaves are manumitted. This is the preferred ruling.

Supporting text

An alternative opinion states that two-thirds of Salim is manumitted. The first opinion is deemed superior.