Estate Planning: Will



According to a Hadith, it is not right for a Muslim who has property to bequeath to pass 2 nights without having his will written down. And, in another Hadith, a Muslim who has made a will is he who dies on a clear path (having peace of mind), on a recommended practice, on being fearful of Allah SWT wanting martyrdom & he dies forgiven.

A Muslim preparing to have a will needs to know some basic rules. He must keep in mind the concept of wealth ownership in Islam, namely, all wealth belongs to Allah SWT & man acts as trustee. As such, he cannot will away according to his wishes.

2 basic rules are:
1. He cannot bequeath to his legal heirs. Legal heirs are those who have a fixed share of the deceased's estate according to Faraid, &
2. Bequests shall not exceed 1/3rd of the estate after settling debts.

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