سوال

A man passed away, and his surviving heirs include a wife, one son, and two daughters. According to Islamic jurisprudence, how should his wealth be distributed among them?

جواب

In the given case, the Islamic method of distributing the deceased's inheritance is as follows: First of all, from his wealth the expenses of shrouding and burial should be paid. After that, any debts owed by the deceased should be paid from the total wealth. Then, if the deceased has made any valid will, it should be executed from up to one-third of the remaining wealth. 

After fulfilling these obligations, the remaining wealth (movable and immovable) should be divided into 32 equal shares as follows: 4 shares will go to the widow of the deceased, 14 shares will go to the son, 7 shares will go to each daughter.

This method of distribution is as follow:

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In terms of percentage from the total wealth: the widow will receive 12.50%, the son will receive 43.75%, and each daughter will receive 21.875%.

And Allah knows best