How is the sum of $40,000 to be distributed among the wife, two brothers, and four sisters?
If the only heirs are those mentioned, then the wife receives one-eighth due to the existence of a direct descendant, which is $5000, based on the Almighty's saying: "But if you have a child, then for them is one eighth of what you leave." The remainder after the wife's share is divided among the sons and daughters by way of ta'sib (agnatic inheritance), with the male receiving the share of two females. Thus, each son receives $8750, and each daughter receives $4375. It must be noted that inheritance matters are serious and complex, and merely issuing a fatwa is not sufficient. Rather, such cases must be brought before Sharia courts for investigation and to ensure that there are no wills, debts, or other rights that take precedence over the heirs' rights.
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