General . 3 Min Read
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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General . 2 Min Read
What are the Sharī‘a-compliant solutions to account for a wife’s...
The Sharī‘a is anchored in divine justice and equity. There are several solutions to protect...
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General . 3 Min Read
Why does a son receive double the share of a...
In pre-Islamic Arabia, only males inherited. This was changed by the divine message carried by...
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Last Will and Testament . < 1 Min Read
Will my grandchild of a predeceased son receive any inheritance...
We are sorry for your loss. Allah yirhma and may Paradise be his resting place....
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General . < 1 Min Read
I have a child born outside of marriage. Does this...
First, it is important to note that unlike American state law, a valid marriage under...
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General . < 1 Min Read
My wife and I own a home together. When I...
Strictly speaking, yes. Some would consider this a transfer during lifetime, so it would not...
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General . 2 Min Read
I hear my dad say that he follows the Hanafi...
Maḏāhib (maḏhab singular) are Sharīʿa doctrinal schools. In the 7th century, Muslim juristic knowledge started as study circles (halaqas) in...
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General . < 1 Min Read
Can my spouse and I make a joint Islamic will?
A joint will, also called a “mirror will,” “mutual will,” or “reciprocal will,” is a...
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Does a non-Muslim relative inherit from a Muslim?
Not exactly. It’s a bit more complicated than a yes or no. According to Sharī‘a...
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