What is the legal ruling regarding a freed slave under contract (Mukatab) engaging in transactions involving deferred payment with collateral?
General Chapter
Al-Mughni
Book of Pledges (Collateral)
Primary text
The ruling concerning a Mukatab regarding the aforementioned transactions is the same as the ruling for the guardian of an orphan. This is because the Mukatab is permitted to deal in his assets where he has a benefit.