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How is the inheritance distributed among: (a son), (a father), (a full brother), (two sons of a full brother), (a husband), (a mother), and (a full sister)?

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If the deceased left no heirs other than those mentioned, then the husband receives one-fourth due to the presence of a direct descendant, and both the father and mother each receive one-sixth due to the presence of a direct descendant. The remainder goes to the son by way of ta'sib (residuary heirship).

The inheritance is divided into 12 shares: 3 shares for the husband, 2 shares for the father, 2 shares for the mother, and the remainder for the son. There is nothing for the rest of the deceased's relatives due to the presence of the son and the father.

It is advisable to refer inheritance matters to the Sharia courts for precise investigation, as there may be wills, debts, or other rights that take precedence over the heirs' rights.

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