LessonsKitab al-Buyu: Shortage, Surplus, Buyer Options and Price AllocationQuiz

A third structure expressly says “one dirham for every cubit.” This goes beyond describing length; the contract attaches a monetary amount to each cubit.

The dimension is now independently relevant to the consideration. If a stated 100-cubit item measures 90, the calculation differs from the pure lump-sum cloth or land sale.

The added pricing phrase changes the rule; these cases must not be collapsed.

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A third form: explicitly priced cubits

Kitab al-Buyu: Shortage, Surplus, Buyer Options and Price Allocation

A third structure expressly says “one dirham for every cubit.” This goes beyond describing length; the contract attaches a monetary amount to each cubit.

The dimension is now independently relevant to the consideration. If a stated 100-cubit item measures 90, the calculation differs from the pure lump-sum cloth or land sale.

The added pricing phrase changes the rule; these cases must not be collapsed.