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Death and Wills The Majlis Vol 28 No 08, p.7

The deceased has bequeathed life-long residence for his wife in the house.

Question

The deceased has bequeathed life-long residence for his wife in the house. The house may be distributed to the heirs only after her death. Is this bequest valid?

Answer

The bequest is haraam. It is not valid. A bequest for an heir is valid only if all the baaligh heirs happily consent.

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