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How is inheritance divided among four sons, five daughters, and one wife?

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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 Sharia courts for investigation and to ensure there are no wills, debts, or rights that take precedence over the heirs' rights.

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