Condition of a warhorse that must be met for its owner to receive the horse's share?
General Chapter
Al-Mughni
Book of Jihad
Primary text
The Imam must inspect horses before entering hostile territory, ensuring they are strong, not broken, weak, emaciated, or lame. If a warrior witnesses battle mounted on such an unfit horse, he receives no share for the horse. This view is held by Malik.
Supporting text
Al-Shafi'i holds that the owner receives the horse's share, similar to a sick person. The argument against granting the share is that the horse provides no benefit, akin to a disheartening supporter, and it is an animal whose presence is forbidden in battle.