Are the heirs obligated to pay the debts of the deceased from their personal wealth, given that he did not leave behind anything to cover his debts?
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If a person dies owing a debt and leaves no money to pay it, the heirs are not obligated to pay it. However, it should be paid from his estate. If the heirs volunteer to pay it, that is better.
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