Inheritance Articles

4 October 2026 · #islamic inheritance Share of Sons and Daughters 2:1 in Islamic Inheritance Why do sons receive twice the share of daughters? This is the legal basis, when the 2:1 rule applies, an example calculation that adds up exactly, and its wisdom. Read morearrow_forward 3 October 2026 · #islamic inheritance Differences Between Islamic Inheritance, Customary Inheritance, and Civil Inheritance in Indonesia In Indonesia, there are three inheritance systems in effect. Know the differences so that Muslim families do not take the wrong step in dividing assets. Read morearrow_forward 2 October 2026 · #islamic inheritance Ashabah, Furudh, 'Aul, and Radd: Islamic Inheritance Terms Explained Simply Furudh are fixed shares, ashabah receive the residue, 'aul raises the denominator when shares exceed one, and radd returns the residue. Here is a simple explanation with easy-to-follow examples. Read morearrow_forward 1 October 2026 · #legal basis of inheritance Legal Basis of Islamic Inheritance in Indonesia: An-Nisa 4:11, 4:12, 4:176 and KHI Before calculating inheritance shares, it is important to know where the rules come from: three verses of the Qur'an and Book II of the Compilation of Islamic Law. This article explains both simply, complete with examples whose numbers add up. Read morearrow_forward 28 September 2026 · #islamic inheritance Full Siblings in Islamic Inheritance: When They Receive a Share, When They Are Excluded Full siblings are among the heirs according to KHI, but often do not receive a share. Learn when they inherit, when they are excluded, and how their share is calculated. Read morearrow_forward 28 September 2026 · #certificate title transfer Transferring the Title of Inherited Land Certificates: Steps, Documents, and Costs Is the certificate still in the name of the deceased? Here is the sequence of steps for transferring the title of inherited land, the documents that need to be prepared, and matters regarding costs that must be asked first. Read morearrow_forward 27 September 2026 · #Islamic inheritance Postponing Inheritance Distribution: Risks and Impacts for the Next Generation Postponing inheritance distribution often feels safe, yet it can bring about new heirs, complicate calculations, and trigger disputes between siblings. These are the risks and practical steps. Read morearrow_forward 27 September 2026 · #islamic inheritance The Position of Non-Muslim Heirs in Islamic Inheritance According to KHI KHI stipulates the requirement of being Muslim to become an heir. What is the fate of non-Muslim relatives? They can receive a wasiat or hibah, with certain limitations. Read morearrow_forward 27 September 2026 · #islamic inheritance The Role of Notaries, PPAT, and Religious Courts in Inheritance Matters Who issues the inheritance certificate, who handles the transfer of title to a certificate, and when must you go to the Religious Court? A simple guide to sorting out the roles of these three institutions for Muslim families in Indonesia. Read morearrow_forward 26 September 2026 · #joint marital property Joint Marital Property (Gono-Gini) Must Be Separated Before the Inheritance Is Divided Before the inheritance is divided, the surviving spouse's share must be taken out of the joint marital property. KHI Article 171 letter e states that inheritance property = brought-in property + share of joint marital property. Follow the steps and calculation example. Read morearrow_forward 26 September 2026 · #Islamic inheritance The Shares of Father and Mother in Islamic Inheritance and the Gharrawain Case The father and mother are almost always heirs, but their shares change depending on whether there are children and siblings. Learn the rules, including the special gharrawain case, complete with calculation examples. Read morearrow_forward