Inheritance Articles

11 November 2026 · #Islamic inheritance Inheritance of Wife, Mother, and Two Sons: A Clear Calculation Example When the deceased leaves a wife, mother, and two sons, their shares can be calculated using fixed shares (furudh) and residuary inheritance (ashabah). See the steps and example. Read morearrow_forward 10 November 2026 · #Islamic inheritance Example of Inheritance Calculation: Deceased Husband, Wife, Son, and Daughter A simple example of inheritance distribution when a husband passes away leaving a wife, one son, and one daughter. The wife's share is 1/8, and the remainder is divided 2:1 for the children. Read morearrow_forward 8 November 2026 · #parental inheritance Inheritance When a Child Dies First: The Shares of Parents, Spouse, and Siblings Many families forget that parents are also heirs of their child. Here are the shares of the spouse, father, mother, and children when a child passes away, complete with two calculation examples whose amounts come out exact. Read morearrow_forward 7 November 2026 · #inheritance of children Share of Sons and Daughters 2:1: Basis, Wisdom, and Calculation Examples Why does a son receive two shares of a daughter? Review the Qur'anic basis and KHI, its wisdom, and correct calculation examples. Read morearrow_forward 6 November 2026 · #wasiat Maximum One-Third Wasiat and Wasiat Wajibah for Adopted Children An adopted child is not an heir under KHI, but may receive wasiat wajibah. Understand the one-third limit, the conditions of wasiat, and a calculation example so that the division remains fair and valid. Read morearrow_forward 5 November 2026 · #legal basis of inheritance Legal Basis of Islamic Inheritance in Indonesia: An-Nisa 11, 12, 176 and KHI The Qur'an and the Compilation of Islamic Law are the two main foundations for distributing inheritance in Indonesia. Understand the role of each, their limits, and examples of their application. Read morearrow_forward 5 November 2026 · #inheritance calculation Common Mistakes When Calculating Inheritance Yourself and How to Check Them Seven mistakes that most often occur when a family calculates inheritance themselves, an example calculation showing the difference, and a checklist so that your figures are not wrong. Read morearrow_forward 2 November 2026 · #faraid Ashabah, Furudh, 'Aul, and Radd: Inheritance Terms That Are Often Confusing These four terms appear in almost every discussion of Islamic inheritance. This article explains them in everyday language, complete with easy-to-follow calculation examples. Read morearrow_forward 31 October 2026 · #islamic inheritance Inheritance When the Husband Has More Than One Wife: Shares and Calculation Examples In Islamic inheritance, the wives' share is 1/4 when there are no children and 1/8 when there are children, then divided jointly among them. See the legal basis, complete calculation examples, and frequently asked questions. Read morearrow_forward 29 October 2026 · #aul Example of Inheritance Calculation with 'Aul: When the Total Shares Exceed the Estate Sometimes the shares of the heirs, when added together, exceed one whole estate. Faraid recognizes 'aul: the denominator is raised so that all shares decrease proportionally. Here is a calculation example. Read morearrow_forward 26 October 2026 · #substitute heirs Substitute Heirs Under Article 185 of the KHI: Grandchildren Whose Parents Died First Grandchildren whose parents died first can become substitute heirs under Article 185 of the KHI. Understand the requirements, limits, and calculation examples. Read morearrow_forward 23 October 2026 · #bequest Bequest to an Heir: When It Is Valid and When It Is Void According to KHI A bequest to a child or wife who is also an heir does not automatically take effect. According to KHI, such a bequest is valid only if all other heirs consent to it. See the one-third limit, the conditions, and a calculation example. Read morearrow_forward