Is there a penalty (Jaza') for slaughtering game brought into the Haram from outside?

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

Slaughtering game within the Haram incurs the penalty for the animal, even if it was legally acquired outside the Haram, because the act of slaughtering occurs within the forbidden area. This is contrasted with the game of Medina, where no penalty is due upon slaughter, distinguishing it from the rules concerning the Haram.

Supporting text

The dissenting position permits bringing game into the Haram because the owner legally possessed it outside, granting him the right to dispose of it, which permission extends to the Haram, similar to bringing game from the Medina area into its sanctuary.