Islamic Inheritance Calculator (Mirath)
Calculate primary Quranic inheritance shares (Mirath / Fara'id) for estate distribution among surviving spouse, children, and parents according to Islamic jurisprudence.
Interactive Islamic Inheritance Calculator (Mirath) Workspace
CRITICAL MIRATH LEGAL & RELIGIOUS DISCLAIMER
Islamic estate distribution (Mirath / Fara'id) involves delicate jurisprudential conditions, including heir exclusion rules (Hajb), debt clearing priorities, voluntary bequest limits (Wasiyyah max 1/3), and secondary relatives. This calculator provides a simplified basic breakdown for primary immediate family members only. You MUST consult a qualified Islamic scholar, Sharia council, or legal probate attorney for binding estate settlements.
1. Estate Value & Deceased Profile
2. Surviving Primary Heirs
Estimated Primary Shares Breakdown
| Heir Category | Quranic Basis / Type | Share % | Amount ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wife (1/8) | Fixed Quranic Share (Fard) | 12.50% | $15,000.00 |
| Mother | Fixed Quranic Share (Fard) | 16.67% | $20,000.00 |
| Father | Fixed Quranic Share (Fard) | 16.67% | $20,000.00 |
| 1 Son(s) (Total) | Residual Lineage (Asabah) | 27.08% | $32,500.00 |
| 2 Daughter(s) (Total) | Residual Lineage (Asabah) | 27.08% | $32,500.00 |
Mathematical Formula & Variables
Primary Share = Net Estate × Quranic Fixed Share (1/8, 1/4, 1/2, 1/6, 1/3, Residue)Estate distribution follows Sharia rules after clearing funeral expenses, debts, and valid bequests (up to 1/3). Fixed Quranic shares (Fara'id) apply to primary heirs, with remaining residue (Asabah) distributed between sons and daughters in a 2:1 ratio.
Variable Definitions
| Symbol | Description |
|---|---|
| Net Estate | Total estate value after funeral expenses and settled debts. |
| Fixed Shares (Fara'id) | Quranic mandatory shares for spouse, father, mother. |
| Residue (Asabah) | Remaining estate allocated to male/female children (2:1 ratio). |
How to Use the Islamic Inheritance Calculator (Mirath)
- Enter net estate valuation after subtracting funeral costs and all debts owed.
- Select whether the deceased was Male or Female.
- Specify marital status and surviving spouse details (Husband / Wife / Wives).
- Indicate whether Father and Mother are alive.
- Input the number of surviving Sons and Daughters.
- View individual percentage breakdowns, dollar valuations, and legal Quranic fractions.
Mirath Estate Distribution Example
Scenario Context: A deceased male leaves a net estate of $120,000, survived by his wife, mother, father, 1 son, and 2 daughters.