What is the wisdom behind Faraid or the Islamic Law of Inheritance?

The wisdom behind Faraid, or the Islamic Law of Inheritance, lies in its role as a legal framework in Islamic law that governs the distribution of inheritance or legacies based on what was revealed in the Quran and Sunnah.

It serves several important purposes:

a. Ensuring fairness and compliance with Islamic principles, as it determines who the rightful heirs are, how much they should receive, and the procedures for distribution.

b. Faraid promotes the preservation of family ties and social cohesion with the heirs being responsible for the deceased's dependents. Faraid recognizes the importance of maintaining relationshisps and responsibilities among family members.

c. Preventing unfairness or injustice among heirs, thereby maintaining good relationships within families and society.

d. Safeguarding the economic stability of the family left behind by the deceased, reflecting the principles of justice, equality, and balance in Islam.

Overall, Faraid serves as a means to uphold justice, maintain family harmony, and ensure economic stability within the Islamic framework of inheritance.

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