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In the event of the aforementioned woman's death, how is the inheritance divided among her heirs: her mother, three brothers (one of whom is a paternal half-brother only), seven sisters (one of whom is a paternal half-sister only), a paternal uncle, a paternal aunt, two maternal uncles, and two maternal aunts? And is it permissible for her to bequeath something to her mother, to one of her needy brothers, and to her sister who was raised in her home?

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The inheritance is divided as follows: The mother receives one-sixth due to the presence of siblings. The remainder is divided among the full brothers and sisters, with the male receiving the share of two females. The paternal half-brothers, the uncle (excluded by the presence of brothers), and the maternal uncles and aunts (who are relatives by blood) do not inherit.

A will in favor of an heir is not permissible, according to the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, who said: "No will for an heir." If a will is made in favor of an heir, its execution or non-execution is the right of the heirs. A will in favor of a half-brother or half-sister is permissible because they are not heirs.

Matters of inheritance are serious and complex, and a mere fatwa is insufficient. Rather, the matter must be brought before the Sharia courts for investigation to ensure there are no other heirs, wills, debts, or other rights that take precedence over the rights of the heirs.

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