How is inheritance divided among four sons, five daughters, and one wife?
Source: FtawySummary from Ftawy's records · added here Sep 2, 2026
If the heirs are limited to those mentioned, then the wife receives one-eighth as a prescribed share due to the presence of a lineal descendant, and the remainder goes to the children, with the male receiving the share of two females. The inheritance is divided into 104 shares: 13 shares for the wife, 14 shares for each son, and 7 shares for each daughter. Inheritance matters must be referred to courts for investigation and to ensure there are no wills, debts, or rights that take precedence over the heirs' rights.
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