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Does a child inherit from his grandfather during the lifetime of his father, who is the son of the grandfather?

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The grandson does not inherit from his grandfather if the grandfather’s direct son is present, because the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said concerning the 'Asabah (agnate heirs): “Whatever remains is for the closest male.” And the son is closer than the grandson.

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