Who is responsible for the maintenance (*nafaqah*) of the child of a Mukatabah?

General Chapter

Al-Mughni

Book of Mukātaba (Contractual Manumission)

Book 68 · Issue 11 · Bab 1

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Primary text

The maintenance of the child is the responsibility of the mother because it follows her earnings, and her earnings belong to her, so her maintenance is incumbent upon her.