What is the ruling on a gift to the deceased, and is it permissible for their heirs to accept it on their behalf?
A gift to the deceased is not valid, and it is not permissible for the heirs to accept it on his behalf, because he does not own and cannot acquire ownership. Therefore, if the legatee dies before the testator, the bequest becomes void.
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