Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question The deceased man was married to one wife and had three young children (the oldest is six and the youngest is 1): two girls and one son. Both his parents, wife, and three children are presently alive. The significant assets left behind are cash, a family home, and a […]

Answered by Shaykh Dr. Muhammad Fayez Awad Question Can the heirs agree to split the inheritance in a way different than what Allah prescribes? Answer Praise be to Allah, and may peace and blessings be upon the Messenger of Allah, his family, his companions, and those who follow him. Allah Most High has revealed the […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I am seeking guidance for my father regarding a family matter. My grandfather passed away a few years ago, and there have been issues with the division of his inheritance, which he wanted to be distributed according to Sharia law. My aunt and grandmother have taken all of my […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question My father is giving his sisters only 1/3 of their 15 million share of inheritance, threatening to cut ties with me if they demand their full share. Despite my religious objections, he insists this is normal here. I am dependent on him, and he supports us with this money. […]