Qad qadaytukaha means “I have already paid it to you.” Although intended as a defense, it presupposes that the amount was owed in the first place.
Thus the statement acknowledges the underlying debt, while alleging subsequent discharge. If the creditor denies receiving payment, the debtor's bare assertion does not automatically establish repayment; the separate evidentiary rules must be applied.
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Qad qadaytukaha: I have paid it
Kitab al-Iqrar: Debt and Trust, Admissions by Reply, and Deferred Debts
Qad qadaytukaha means “I have already paid it to you.” Although intended as a defense, it presupposes that the amount was owed in the first place.
Thus the statement acknowledges the underlying debt, while alleging subsequent discharge. If the creditor denies receiving payment, the debtor's bare assertion does not automatically establish repayment; the separate evidentiary rules must be applied.