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Is it permissible for a mother to dispose of her properties and money, such as a shop and an inherited land, by designating them for some of her children to the exclusion of others, while some are in need of money?

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A mother is like a father in the obligation of justice between children regarding gifts. It is not permissible for her to favor some of them with a gift unless there is a legitimate reason, such as need or poverty. If she favors one of them for a reason that necessitates such favoritism, there is no harm. However, if the preference is without a legitimate reason, there is a difference of opinion regarding the validity of her action.

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