What is the meaning of "naflah" and what is the extent of its permissibility and its entitlement when distributing inheritance?
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There is no such thing as "naflah" (extra gift) in inheritance in Islamic law. Inheritance is distributed among the heirs according to the . There is no obligatory right in inheritance except what has been stipulated by the Sharia. A person suffering from a life-threatening illness may make a will for no more than one-third of the estate to a non-heir or for charitable deeds.
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