Priority should be given to paying off the debts due from the deceased before dividing his estate


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A: You should pay the debts of the deceased, then carry out his will within the limits of the third of the inheritance or less. The rest of the sum after paying the debt and carrying out the will should be divided among the heirs, then carry out his will within the limit of the third of the inheritance or less. The rest of the sum after paying the debt and carrying out the will should be divided among the heirs who are mentioned in the document, as Allah (Exalted be He) states: ...after payment of legacies he (or she) may have bequeathed or debts The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) ordered to pay the debt before carrying out the will.May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.




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