What is the ruling on the division of spoils (*ghanimah*) taken during Jihad without a ruling Imam?
General Chapter
Al-Mughni
Book of Jihad
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If spoils are obtained, the people possessing them must divide them according to the stipulations of the Sharia. However, the Judge states that the division of female captives (*imā’*) must be postponed until an Imam is established as a precaution to protect their chastity (furooj).
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