🌍 Children, inheritance & global · #59

May someone gift all their property during their lifetime to one child so that it is not divided by faraid?

A lifetime gift (hibah) is valid if it meets its conditions and is handed over, but using it to unjustly deny other heirs their rights is condemned, and the Prophet ﷺ required fairness between children in gifts.
When a Companion gave a gift to only one child, the Prophet ﷺ said: fear Allah and be fair between your children, and refused to witness it (Sahih al-Bukhari 2587). Allah also tells those dividing wealth to be mindful of weak offspring (an-Nisa' 4:9). A reasonable gift is for a reasonable need, such as a child who cares for the parents, a child with a disability, or a wife without protection, weighed fairly. A gift not handed over in life, or made during a terminal illness, can be challenged. Document it with a lawyer or estate planner. See the question on gifts to children.

Sources

Sahih al-Bukhari 2587Surah an-Nisa' 4:9Surah an-Nisa' 4:11

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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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