What is the obligation of maintenance for a sound father lacking means of earning according to Abu Hanifa?
General Chapter
Al-Mughni
Book of Maintenance (Nafaqāt)
Primary text
Abu Hanifa concurs with the dominant view regarding the obligation of maintenance for a sound father provided he does not possess a means of earning.
Supporting text
Al-Shafi'i holds two differing opinions on this matter concerning the father.