What is the ruling if the slave becomes insane (Majnun) and is struck?

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Al-Mughni

Book of Expiations

Book 60 · Issue 11 · Bab 1

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If the slave becomes insane and is struck, the oath is fulfilled because the slave is alive and capable of feeling pain from the blow. If the oath-taker fails to strike the insane slave, he breaks his oath.