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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.

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Interactive Islamic Inheritance Calculator (Mirath) Workspace

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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

Value after funeral costs & debt payoff

2. Surviving Primary Heirs

Estimated Primary Shares Breakdown

Heir CategoryQuranic Basis / TypeShare %Amount ($)
Wife (1/8)Fixed Quranic Share (Fard)12.50%$15,000.00
MotherFixed Quranic Share (Fard)16.67%$20,000.00
FatherFixed 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

Equation ModelPrimary 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

SymbolDescription
Net EstateTotal 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.

Step 1: Wife Share (with children): 1/8 = 12.5% ($15,000)
Step 2: Mother Share (with children): 1/6 = 16.67% ($20,000)
Step 3: Father Share (with children): 1/6 = 16.67% ($20,000)
Step 4: Sum of Fixed Shares = 1/8 + 1/6 + 1/6 = 11/24 ($55,000)
Step 5: Residue for Children = 13/24 ($65,000)
Step 6: Children Ratio (1 son = 2 parts, 2 daughters = 2 parts; Total 4 parts of $16,250 each):
Step 7: • Son receives 2 parts = $32,500
Step 8: • Daughter 1 receives 1 part = $16,250
Step 9: • Daughter 2 receives 1 part = $16,250
Net distribution: Wife $15k, Mother $20k, Father $20k, Son $32.5k, Daughter 1 $16.25k, Daughter 2 $16.25k (Total $120,000).

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