Can I bequeath my entire estate to charity or one specific child?

No. In Islamic jurisprudence, a voluntary bequest (Wasiyyah) is strictly capped at a maximum of one-third (1/3) of the net estate and cannot be given to an existing legal heir (La wasiyyata li-warith).

What happens if the sum of Quranic fractional shares exceeds 100%?

When fractional shares exceed the whole, Islamic jurisprudence applies 'Awl (proportional reduction). Each heir's share is scaled down proportionally so the total equals exactly 100%.

What are the four successive rights over an estate in Islam?

1. Burial expenses, 2. Payment of all outstanding debts, 3. Execution of voluntary Wasiyyah (up to 1/3 max to non-heirs), and 4. Distribution of remaining assets to Quranic heirs.

Why does a son receive twice the share of a daughter in Quranic inheritance?

Under Shariah law, male heirs bear full financial responsibility (Nafaqah) for providing food, housing, and healthcare for wives, children, elderly parents, and unmarried female relatives.

Does the Islamic Will Helper generate a printable legal document?

Yes, you can input executor details, asset values, and guardian choices, then click 'Print Clean Will Document' to export an official document ready for notarization.

What is Radd (Redistribution of Surplus)?

When prescribed shares leave a leftover surplus and no male residuary heir ('Asabah) exists, the surplus is redistributed proportionally among non-spousal Quranic sharers.

Is my financial estate data stored on any server?

No. All estate calculations, asset values, and heir choices remain 100% confidential in your local browser.

Mawarith Fiqh Engine

Islamic Will Helper & Inheritance Calculator

Prepare your Shariah-compliant Islamic will (Al-Wasiyyah) and compute Fiqh al-Mawarith estate distribution with mathematical precision, 'Awl / Radd handling, and instant printable documentation.

1. Personal & Estate Valuation Details

Funeral costs and debts are deducted before Wasiyyah and Faraid shares

Your Full Legal Name

City & Country

Primary Executor (Wasi)

Estimated Gross Estate Value ($)

Funeral & Burial Expenses ($)

Total Unpaid Debts, Loans & Zakat Due ($)

Charitable Bequest / Wasiyyah % (Max 33.33%)

2. Surviving Primary Quranic Heirs (Ashab al-Furud & Asabah)

Specify surviving spouse, children, and parents (Surah An-Nisa 4:11–12)

Surviving Husband (0 or 1)

Surviving Wives (0 to 4)

Number of Sons

Number of Daughters

Surviving Father

Surviving Mother

Key Principles of Islamic Inheritance (Ilm al-Fara'id)

1. The 1/3 Wasiyyah CapWhen Sa'd ibn Abi Waqqas (RA) asked to bequeath two-thirds of his wealth, the Prophet ﷺ replied: “One-third, and one-third is much.” (Sahih al-Bukhari 2742). Bequests within 1/3 go to charities or non-heirs.

2. 'Awl (Proportional Reduction)When fixed Quranic fractions exceed 100% (e.g. a Husband 1/2 + Two Daughters 2/3 + Both Parents 1/3 = 15/12), all shares are proportionally scaled down so every heir receives their fair ratio.

3. Radd (Proportional Return)When fixed fractions total less than 100% and there is no residuary male agnate ('Asabah), the remaining surplus is returned proportionally to the eligible blood Quranic heirs.

Islamic Will & Faraid Schedule

Surah An-Nisa 4:11-12

Gross Estate Value$250,000.00

Less Funeral & Debts- $20,000.00

Less Wasiyyah Bequest (10%)- $23,000.00

Net Distributable Faraid Estate$207,000.00

Calculated Heir Distribution

Wife$25,875.00 (12.5%)

Basis: 1/8 shared (presence of children)

Mother$34,500.00 (16.67%)

Basis: 1/6 (presence of children or multiple siblings)

Father$34,500.00 (16.67%)

Basis: 1/6 (presence of male offspring)

Sons (2)$89,700.00 (43.33%)

Basis: Asabah bi Ghayrihi (Residuary with daughters, 2:1 ratio)$44,850.00 each

Daughters (1)$22,425.00 (10.83%)

Basis: Asabah bi Ghayrihi (Residuary with sons, 1 share per daughter)

Legal & Scholarly Notice: This helper computes primary Quranic Faraid shares for educational planning. To make your Islamic Will legally binding in your country or state, have your final document witnessed and reviewed by a licensed estate attorney and a qualified Islamic scholar.

The Prophetic Imperative of Preparing a Will

Writing an Islamic will ensures that debts are paid, funeral expenses are settled according to the Sunnah, and your estate is distributed strictly in accordance with Allah's divine boundaries:

“It is not permissible for any Muslim who has something to bequeath to stay for two nights without having his will written with him.” — Sahih al-Bukhari (2738)

The Four Successive Rights Over an Estate

Tajheez wa Takfeen: Necessary funeral and burial preparation expenses without extravagance.
Qada' ad-Duyun: Settlement of all debts owed to people and Allah (unpaid Zakat, expiations/Kaffarat).
Tanfeez al-Wasaya: Execution of voluntary bequests up to maximum 1/3 to non-heirs.
Taqseem al-Mawarith: Distribution of remaining estate to Quranic heirs according to Surah An-Nisa (4:11-12, 176).

Fiqh Corrections Implemented

Unlike simplistic calculators that cause negative residuary amounts, our Fara'id engine adheres to classical Sunni jurisprudence:

• Hajb (Blocking): Closer relatives block more distant relatives (e.g. Son blocks brothers and nephews).
• 'Awl: When prescribed shares exceed 1, denominators are proportionately adjusted.
• Radd: When surplus remains with no Asabah, surplus is redistributed to non-spousal Quranic sharers.

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Answers to common questions about Wasiyyah 1/3 limits, 'Awl deficit scaling, and legal preparation.