Inheritance in Islam

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Understand the meaning of inheritance.

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Inheritance is the transfer of something from one person to another, defined as property transferred to the descendants of the deceased.

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Advantages of paying inheritance.

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Assess the advantages of paying inheritance and disadvantages of non-payment.

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Promise for those who follow divine limits

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Those who follow the divine limits set by Allah and His Messenger will be admitted to gardens below which rivers flow, and they will remain there forever.

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Consequence of disobeying divine limits

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Whoever disobeys Allah and His Messenger and transgresses His limits will be admitted into the Fire, where they will abide forever, facing a humiliating chastisement.

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Necessity of writing a will

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It is necessary to write a will to ensure no one is wronged, and it is not permissible for a Muslim to stay for two nights without having a last will and testament ready.

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Share for a single daughter

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If there is only one daughter, she receives one-half of the inheritance.

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Protection of orphan's property is a guardian's responsibility.

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Guardians must safeguard the inherited property of orphans, with severe consequences for misbehavior.

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Obeying Allah's command in inheritance distribution fosters unity.

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It creates unanimity among people, aligning with Islamic teachings.

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The commands about inheritance are explained in Surah An-Nisa.

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Surah An-Nisa contains detailed rules about inheritance in Islam.

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The share of women is kept different under certain circumstances to ensure fairness.

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Islamic law considers various factors to maintain balance and justice.