What is the estimated inheritance of land and debt that is 62 years old, taking into account the eldest son's support of the family and repayment of debts? Is he entitled to a portion of the inheritance as compensation, and how is the inherited debt currently estimated?
The jurists unanimously agreed on the obligation to return the equivalent in kind for things measured by volume or weight, and for gold in exchange for gold. As for currencies that are no longer in circulation, they should be returned at their value on the day they ceased to be used. The gift of a piece of inherited land to the eldest son is permissible with the consent of all adult, discerning heirs, and it becomes effective for the share of those who consent, not for those who refuse. The mother may gift her eldest son from her share of the inheritance and designate this gift specifically for him due to his effort and financial contribution in caring for his siblings. If a son pays a debt on behalf of his father, not as a donation, he may claim it back from the estate.
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