Islamic Estate Planning Archives - Page 4 of 8

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What Sharī‘a-permissible steps are available to make sure my wife...

This is a very common concern among American Muslims. Thankfully, the Sharī‘a offers solutions to...

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The Sharī‘a is anchored in divine justice and equity. There are several solutions to protect...

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In pre-Islamic Arabia, only males inherited. This was changed by the divine message carried by...

Last Will and Testament . < 1 Min Read

We are sorry for your loss. Allah yirhma and may Paradise be his resting place....

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First, it is important to note that unlike American state law, a valid marriage under...

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Strictly speaking, yes. Some would consider this a transfer during lifetime, so it would not...

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Maḏāhib (maḏhab singular) are Sharīʿa doctrinal schools. In the 7th century, Muslim juristic knowledge started as study circles (halaqas) in...

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A joint will, also called a “mirror will,” “mutual will,” or “reciprocal will,” is a...

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Not exactly. It’s a bit more complicated than a yes or no. According to Sharī‘a...