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If my wife passes away and I receive her share...
Strictly speaking, yes. The surviving spouse's share is required to pass to his or her...
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I have two adopted children. Will they be able to...
According to Sharī‘a inheritance rules, a relative inherits automatically as part of the fixed default-distribution...
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If I pass away leaving minor children, what happens to...
It depends on your unique circumstances. If you are married and your spouse survives you,...
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What happens to my family if I don’t have a...
When a person dies without a will, he is said to have “died intestate.” In...
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Does the Sharī‘a permit autopsies?
Autopsies are not encouraged in the Islamic tradition; autopsies delay burials, cause harm to the...
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Does the Sharī‘a permit organ donation?
Yes, organ donation is permitted and encouraged by Muslim scholars. In fact, organ donation is...
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What is a Last Will and Testament?
A Last Will and Testament ("Will") is a legal declaration that you, the testator, make....
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Requirements for a Valid Will
Shariawiz allows Muslims to create their own state-specific, legally valid Islamic will. First,...
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Why do I need a Last Will and Testament?
You need a Will so that: • You—not a court—decide who get your assets and...
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