Q: My dad’s sister passed away recently and she left some wealth behind. My dad’s sister has 3 daughters and no sons. My dad has two sons and no daughters. My dad has also passed away. My dad’s sister has a husband who is alive and three daughters. Her parents, brothers, sisters, grandparents have all passed away. Under Islamic law are we entitled to any inheritance if so what percentage?
A: The correct answer is as follows:
The estate will be divided as follows:
Each daughter will receive 22.22% each.
Husband 25%.
Two nephews 4.166% each.
Moulana Yusuf Laher