Mirath: The Laws of Islamic Inheritance

By Fisabilillah Organization Authenticate Ulama's Organization

MIRATH
Understanding Islamic Inheritance: The Rights of Heirs, Fixed Shares, and Estate Distribution According to the Qur'an and Sunnah

What happens to a person's wealth after death? Who is entitled to inherit, and how are the shares determined? Why did Allah Ta'ala establish fixed portions for heirs, and what wisdom lies behind these divine laws?

Mirath provides a clear and practical introduction to the Islamic laws of inheritance as established by Allah Ta'ala in the Noble Qur'an and explained by Rasulullah ﷺ through the Sunnah. These laws were revealed to protect the rights of family members, prevent disputes, and ensure that wealth is distributed with justice, fairness, and wisdom.

The death of a loved one is a difficult and emotional time for any family. At such moments, disagreements regarding wealth and property can easily arise. Islam addresses this challenge by providing a complete and divinely guided system of inheritance, leaving no room for personal bias, favoritism, or oppression. Every eligible heir receives the share allotted to them by Allah Ta'ala-no more and no less.

In this book, readers will learn:
- The purpose and wisdom behind Islamic inheritance laws
- The importance of fixed shares as prescribed in the Qur'an
- How inheritance differs from charity and financial assistance
- The rights of heirs and the principles governing estate distribution
- Why certain relatives receive larger or smaller shares in different circumstances
- Common misconceptions regarding inheritance in Islam
- The justice and balance found within the Islamic system of succession
- Practical explanations of inheritance principles based on the Qur'an and Sunnah

This book also explains why inheritance is based upon the strength of a person's relationship to the deceased rather than financial need, and how the presence of certain relatives may affect the shares of others. Questions that may initially appear difficult or unfair are addressed through the lens of Islamic jurisprudence and divine wisdom.

Whether you are a student of Islamic studies, an imam, a teacher, a family member seeking clarity, or simply someone wishing to understand one of the most detailed areas of Islamic law, Mirath serves as a valuable guide to the financial aspects of estate distribution after death.

A concise and accessible resource for understanding the Islamic law of inheritance according to the Qur'an and Sunnah.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1539624595
• ISBN13: 9781539624592
• Release Date: October 2016
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 98 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"