Is it permissible to revoke or change an area protected (*Hima*) by the Prophet, peace be upon him, as long as the need for protection remains?

General Chapter

Al-Mughni

Book of Reviving Dead Land

Book 26 · Issue 1 · Bab 1

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Primary text

It is impermissible for anyone to revoke or alter an area protected (*Hima*) by the Prophet, peace be upon him, while the need for that protection persists. Whoever revives such protected land acquires no ownership over it. The ruling regarding revocation when the need ceases involves two scholarly opinions. The established principle is that the Prophet's protection is binding and cannot be negated while necessity dictates its continuation.

Supporting text

If the need for the protection established by the Prophet ceases, there are two differing views on the status of the land revival.