What items constitute the salb (spoils of the slain)?
General Chapter
Al-Mughni
Book of Jihad
Primary text
The salb consists of everything the slain person was wearing, such as clothes, turban, head covering, belt, armor, helmet, crown, bracelets, rings, and shoes, including any ornaments. This also includes the weapons used in the fight, such as the sword, spear, knife, and similar implements, as the combatant used them to aid in his fight. Additionally, the animal (horse) the combatant was riding is considered part of the salb because it is an instrument used in the war, which is considered more significant than clothing, thereby meriting an increased share in the main spoils.
Supporting text
Money found in the slain person's pouches or bags is not part of the salb, as it is neither worn nor used as an instrument of war, similar to his luggage or furniture not in his immediate possession. Al-Shafi'i, however, holds a second opinion that items not needed for war, such as crowns, bracelets, neck chains, or a belt holding necessary funds, are not salb because they are not used in combat, resembling money in a pouch. Furthermore, a narration from Abu Abdullah states that the horse is not part of the salb.