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Death and Wills

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A man said that he had given his house to his son.

For Hibah to be valid, niyyat and statement are not sufficient. There must also be qabdhah (possession). Regardless of sincerity of intention, if the asset is not physically handed…

The Majlis Vol 23 No 10, p.12

Do Shaafis also pay Fidyah for Witr Salaat?

According to the three Math-habs (Shaafi', Maaliki and Hambali) there is no fidyah payable for missed Salaat. A wasiyyat (bequest) for paying fidyah for Salaat is not valid. The…

The Majlis Vol 28 No 10, p.6