Does the consummation of a marriage by a slave husband legitimize the marriage for the original owner?
General Chapter
Al-Mughni
Book of Reconciliation (Return During 'Iddah)
Primary text
Consummation by a slave husband resolves the legitimacy concerning the original owner. This view is held by 'Ata, Malik, Al-Shafi'i, and the companions of the view (Ashaab Ar-Ra'i). The evidence is that his act falls under the general scope of the ruling text, and his act of intercourse is analogous to that of a free man.
Supporting text
No known dissenter is cited against this ruling.