Final Rites [11292012] - AlHuda Sisters

For men is a share of what the parents and close relatives leave, and for women is a share of what the parents and close relatives leave, be it little or much -­‐ an obligatory share. (Surah An-­‐Nisā', 4:7) Abu Hurairah narrated that the Messenger of Allah said: "Indeed a man and a woman perform deeds in obedience to Allah for sixty years, then death presents itself to them, and they cause such harm in the will that the Fire becomes warranted for them." (At-­‐Tirmidhi, Hasan) 4. If a person has sufficient wealth, then it is mustahab (recommended) for him to give a share of his wealth in charity. However, it is not permissible to exceed 1/3rd unless the heirs themselves agree. If one has heirs who are poor, then it is best to distribute a greater share of wealth to them—even if it means not having a will at all. (Hence, it is not obligatory to execute a will!) It is permissible to bequeath in sadaqah initiatives such as publishing Islamic books, building and maintaining masajid, and similar such causes. It is not permissible to give it -­‐ 20 -­‐