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My mother passed away before her parents, do I inherit...
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Preparing for Hajj? Don’t Forget Your Islamic Will.
As millions of Muslims worldwide prepare for their pilgrimage to Mecca this Dhul Hijjah, it's...
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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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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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