The Ruling on Bequeathing to Relatives Who Are Not Heirs

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Question:
The questioner asks: What is the ruling on bequeathing to relatives who are not heirs? Is it obligatory or a recommended practice?

Answer:
It is recommended. Assisting relatives who are not heirs is recommended, meaning bequeathing to them.
As for the heirs, it is not; the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said:

There is no bequest for an heir

لا وصية لوارث

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Q: Is it from the one-third?
A: From the one-third and less than that.

Source binbaz.org.sa

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