Should one abandon their rightful claim to an inheritance if doing so would lead to severing kinship ties, especially if the only way to obtain it is through legal means due to the relatives' refusal to distribute the inheritance?
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Inheritance is an obligation from Allah, and Allah Almighty has given every rightful person their due. It is an injustice to deprive an heir of their share. An heir is permitted to claim their right through judicial means, and there is no sin upon them if this results in a severance of kinship ties. Whoever relinquishes their right to preserve affection will be rewarded for it. People of virtue are advised to strive for reconciliation among relatives to prevent injustice and severance of ties.
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