What is the ruling regarding the use of a captured horse for the purpose of Jihad?

General Chapter

Al-Mughni

Book of Jihad

Book 54 · Issue 2 · Bab 1

Open in Qurani

Primary text

There are two narrations concerning riding a captured horse for Jihad. The first narration permits it, similar to the permissibility of using captured weapons.

Supporting text

The second narration prohibits it because the horse is likely to suffer damage frequently and its value is significant, unlike weapons.