What is the ruling for one released from Ihram if the Hajj was not obligatory or if repayment is not required?

Chapter on What the Muhrim Must Avoid and What is Permissible for Him

Al-Mughni

Book of Hajj

Book 11 · Issue 2 · Bab 3

Open in Qurani

Primary text

If the Hajj that was interrupted was not obligatory in itself, and there is no ruling mandating its repayment, then no religious obligation rests upon that person, similar to someone who never entered the state of Ihram for Hajj.