Do adopted children inherit as biological children?
Adopted children are not true children, and Allah SWT stated in the Qur’an that we call people by the names of their true fathers; therefore, parents cannot treat adopted children […]
Is disinheritance of beneficiaries allowed in Islam?
Allah has ordained inheritance in the Qur’an. Believing Muslims do not have the authority to disregard it; doing so would be an injustice.
Can Muslims inherit from non-Muslims?
The majority opinion adopted by all four imams states that a Muslim may not inherit from non-Muslims. However, some scholars – including Mu`adh ibn Jabal, Mu`ayyiah ibn Abi Sufiyan, Sa`id […]
Can Non-Muslim family members inherit from Muslims?
Inheritance is an Islamic right ordained by Allah (SWT) upon His believing servants who believe in Allah SWT as their creator.Our beloved Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) said: “A Muslim cannot be […]
Is this system of inheritance agreed upon among all Sunni schools of thought?
There is certainly agreement that Islamic inheritance is mandatory. Differences of opinion may matter in certain circumstances for a select minority; however, a clear majority of Sunni schools of thought […]
Why is there a difference in share distribution between sons and daughters?
This rule represents a connection between rights and responsibilities in Islam. Men in Islam have more financial duties and responsibilities towards their family members than women do.
What is the overview of this specified system of inheritance distribution?
A surviving husband’s share is either ¼ or ½, depending on if they have children.If they have children, a surviving wife’s share is either ⅛ or ¼.Other shares are ⅙ […]
What is the religious source for the Islamic formula of distribution?
The distribution of shares is derived from the Qur’an, specifically verses 4:11-12 and 4:176, hadiths, companions’ understanding, interpretation, and application to cases during their time.
Who are the beneficiaries of the Islamic inheritance distribution?
In most cases, the inheritance goes to the son, daughter, husband, wife, parents, and in certain cases, grandparents, siblings, grandchildren, uncles, aunts, and so forth.
Is it Islamic to give everything to your spouse, assuming your spouse will distribute it fairly?
No, giving everything to the surviving spouse after death when there are other living beneficiaries is prohibited, since the Qur’an mandates other beneficiaries.
Do we have full ownership of our property and possessions?
Allah has dominion over everything in the heavens and the earth, and Allah (SWT) is the One who blesses us with wealth; therefore, He instructs us on how it gets […]
Is it obligatory to follow the rules of Inheritance as outlined in the Qur’an?
Yes, Allah (SWT) preceded the outlining of the rules of inheritance with a verse that warns people against taking people’s rights of wealth- verse 4:10, “Verily, those who unjustly eat […]
