DescriptionThis manuscript discusses al-Mīrāth (inheritance), its intricate details, and legal rulings, while covering various inheritance scenarios. The text systematically addresses the shares of heirs, the principles of distribution, and the resolution of complex cases involving multiple claimants or excluded relatives. This work provides a structured reference for understanding Islamic inheritance jurisprudence (al-Farā’iḍ), demonstrating how mathematical calculations determine entitlements based on degrees of kinship and legal impediments. Its coverage of diverse scenarios illustrates the flexibility and comprehensiveness of these legal frameworks.
Extentff. 70v-94r
PlaceIslahul Uloom Arabic College, Kerala, India
Yeardied in C.E. 1122
CitationKitāb al-farāʼiḍ, Abū al-Fatḥ al-Ḥusayn bin Masʻūd al-Baghawī, MAC52/CM5, iii, https://ari.nus.edu.sg/arabia-asia-archives/mac52-cm5-iii/
