Is it permissible for the two granddaughters to take their share of their deceased grandmother's inheritance through court distribution, knowing that their grandmother bequeathed them one-third without the consent of the heirs, and is the heirs' permission a condition for a bequest, even if it is within the limit of one-third?
In Islam, inheritance holds great importance due to the potential for discord arising from unjust distribution. Allah Almighty Himself divided it in His Book, promising Paradise to those who adhere to His teachings and threatening with a humiliating torment those who transgress them.
The division of inheritance occurs after the expenses of preparing and burying the deceased, and debts, have been settled. Then comes the will, as long as it is not for an heir and does not exceed one-third of the estate. This does not depend on the heirs' approval.
The woman's will to her two granddaughters is valid, but they cannot be given the share of their mother who died before her own mother. As for what remains, it is to be divided among the children, with the male receiving twice the share of the female.
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