Is it permissible for a bequest to be made to an heir, specifically the deceased's bequest of her gold to her two daughters while other heirs exist, and if it is not permissible, how should the inheritance be divided?
A woman's bequest of bracelets to her daughter is legally void because it is a bequest to an heir, unless the other heirs agree to it. The heir's consent is valid if they are an adult of sound judgment. If the deceased left a husband, three sons, and two daughters, the husband receives one-fourth, and the remainder is divided among the sons and daughters, with the male receiving the share of two females. The inheritance is divided into 32 shares: the husband receives 8 shares, each son receives 6 shares, and each daughter receives 3 shares. Inheritance matters must be referred to courts to ensure their correct application and to protect the interests of all parties.
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