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What is the ruling regarding someone upon whom was incumbent a 60-day fast as expiation for accidental killing, and he died before completing it?

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It is permissible for one of the heirs of the deceased to fast on his behalf for what was obligatory upon him due to accidental killing or similar circumstances. This is the more preponderant opinion among the sayings of the scholars.

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