What is the ruling regarding ransoming a captive who has accepted Islam?
General Chapter
Al-Mughni
Book of Jihad
Primary text
A captive who accepts Islam cannot be ransomed, nor can a favor (Man) be done for him, except with the permission of the plunderers (Ghanimin), because he has become their property (property/spoils of war).
Supporting text
It is plausible that granting a favor (Man) is permissible. This is because granting a favor was permissible when he was a disbeliever; therefore, it is more appropriate when he has accepted Islam, as Islam is a good deed that necessitates honor and beneficence towards him, not prevention of such treatment.