What is the ruling on making a bequest to heirs?
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Question:
My father is old and lives with me. He has a sum of money and told me, "If I die, the money is yours, and do not give your brothers anything." Is this permissible?
Answer:
This is not permissible, and this bequest is invalid. If he dies, the money will be an inheritance for his heirs according to what Allah (Glorified and Exalted is He) has apportioned. This bequest is invalid. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: Is it not the case that you have only your inheritance?
My father is old and lives with me. He has a sum of money and told me, "If I die, the money is yours, and do not give your brothers anything." Is this permissible?
Answer:
This is not permissible, and this bequest is invalid. If he dies, the money will be an inheritance for his heirs according to what Allah (Glorified and Exalted is He) has apportioned. This bequest is invalid. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said:
There is no bequest for an heir.
لا وصية لوارث
Source
قناة «العلامة الدكتور صالح الفوزان»، ما حكم الوصية للوارثين؟ للشيخ الفوزان — youtube.com
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