A family consists of parents and five children (four sons and one daughter). The daughter is married abroad and waives her right to inheritance. Three of the sons are married, their financial situation is difficult, and they live in rented accommodation. The youngest son is unmarried and lives with his parents in a house owned equally by the father and mother from their private funds. The youngest son has lost one eye, has weak vision in the other eye, and an injury to his right hand that prevents him from working. The question is about the permissibility of one of the parents relinquishing a part of their property to this injured son and the permissible proportion without harming the rights of his siblings.
All praise is due to Allah, and prayers and peace be upon the Messenger of Allah, and upon his family and companions. To proceed:
A will made by one of the parents to their youngest child for some of their properties after their death is impermissible, unless all adult heirs agree. However, a parent giving ownership of some property to a child during the parent's lifetime, to the exclusion of their siblings, due to that child's need, is permissible according to some scholars, especially if there is a compelling reason for it, such as need, disability, blindness, large family, or preoccupation with seeking knowledge. The amount given must be commensurate with the need.
And Allah knows best.
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