Turjumaad ayaa la diyaarinayaa

By Sheikh Abdunasir Jamac Warsame, PhD

Introduction

Definition of the science of inheritance: It is a discipline governed by rules and regulations, grounded in jurisprudence and mathematics, that determines the portion of each heir and their entitlements from the estate of the deceased.

The study of inheritance is closely tied to economics, necessitating careful consideration to guarantee that rightful heirs obtain their inheritance. This field addresses the science of inheritance in relation to economics, requiring significant attention to ensure that the rightful heirs receive their due. It encompasses wealth, which includes all that a person possesses, such as money, camels, cattle, sheep, real estate, and land. Wealth is regarded as a blessing from God Almighty and should be utilized in ways that are pleasing to Him. The assets left by the deceased are exclusively for their heirs. According to Islamic law, the process of inheritance commences only after the heir’s death.