Sahih Muslim Hadith 3782 – A1-Walâ’ (Right Of

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[3782] 11 – ( … ) It was narrated from 'Aiah that she bought BarIrah from some people among the Ansâr, and they stipulated that the right of inheritance would be theirs. The Messenger of Allah said: "The right of inheritance belongs to the one who bestows the favor (manumits the slave)." And the Messenger of Allah gave her the choice, as her husband was a slave. And she gave some meat to 'Aihah as a gift, and the Messenger of Allah said: "Why don't you cook some of this meat for us?" 'Aihah said: "It was given in charity to BarIrah." He said: "It The choice to be with her husband, who is still a slave or to leave him and be free. is charity for her and a gift for us.,,