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)

Book 46 · Issue 4 · Bab 1

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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.