🌍 Children, inheritance & global · #145

My elder brother received a double share of the estate. Is he obliged to support our mother and younger sister?

Supporting a mother in need is the duty of the children who are able; towards a younger sister, a brother carries a great trust as her protector. The larger male share in faraid is often linked with heavier financial responsibilities. In the Syafi'i school, obligatory maintenance between relatives is mainly between parents and children. An unmarried younger sister is under her brother's protection as her guardian (wali), and helping her is a kindness that is strongly urged. If your brother is neglectful, avoid demanding it in anger. Invite him to sit together, list the needs of your mother and sister, and ask him to set a clear monthly contribution. See male and female shares.

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This answer is general reference, not a fatwa. For your situation, consult the religious affairs office, a Syarie lawyer or your state Syariah Court.

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