What is the ruling when the arm (ʿAḍud) is severed?
Chapter on Retaliation (Qawad)
Al-Mughni
Book of Wounds
Primary text
One view states that there is no Qisas for severance of the arm. The injured party receives the Diyah for the hand, along with compensation for the forearm and the remaining part of the upper arm. A second view permits Qisas by severing at the elbow.
Supporting text
There are two views on whether compensation is due for the excess portion beyond the elbow. Likewise, two views exist regarding the permissibility of executing Qisas by severing at the wrist in this scenario.