What is the ruling concerning the reserving (himā) of the Arāk shrub?

General Chapter

Al-Mughni

Book of Reviving Dead Land

Book 26 · Issue 3 · Bab 1

Open in Qurani

Primary text

When asked about what reserves (himā) were permissible concerning the Arāk shrub, the Prophet (peace be upon him) stated that reserves are permissible only for what the camels' hooves cannot reach.

Supporting text

In another narration, he stated, 'There is no reserve in the Arāk.'