How is the inheritance divided between the wife and two sons when the deceased has debts?
Before dividing the inheritance, the deceased's debts must be paid, as this takes precedence over the heirs' rights. The remaining amount is then divided. The wife receives one-eighth due to the existence of a lineal descendant. The remainder goes to the two sons by 'asabah (agnatic succession), with the male receiving the share of two females. The inheritance is to be divided into sixteen shares: two shares for the wife, and seven shares for each son. Please note that matters of inheritance are complex and sensitive and should be referred to the Sharia courts for investigation.
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