Faraid is the Islamic law of inheritance, with fixed shares set in the Qur’an for close relatives. A calculator helps you work out who inherits and how much. This page explains what Faraid is, how the shares work, and how a calculator helps.
Inheritance can feel complicated, and mistakes can cause real unfairness and disputes. A clear calculation, checked by a scholar, gives your family certainty. Here we explain the basics in simple words, so you understand the shares and can plan or settle an estate correctly.
What Is Faraid?
Faraid is the set of fixed shares Islam gives to heirs, such as a spouse, children, and parents. A calculator takes the family details and the estate value and works out each person’s share according to these Qur’anic rules.
“The main shares come straight from the Qur’an, which sets out portions for children, parents, spouses, and others. Following them exactly is a serious duty, and a calculator helps apply them accurately.”— Meaning of Surah An‑Nisa 4:11–12
How Faraid Shares Are Calculated
Some heirs receive a fixed share, such as a husband, wife, mother, father, or daughters. After these fixed shares are given, close male relatives, such as sons, often take what remains. The exact result depends on who is alive at the time of death.
Debts and funeral costs are paid first, then any valid bequest of up to one third, and only then are the shares worked out. Because family situations differ, the same estate can be shared very differently, which is why careful calculation matters.
Common Misconceptions About Faraid
Some think sons and daughters always receive the same amount. In the Qur’anic shares, a son often receives more than a daughter, but this sits within a wider system where men carry certain financial duties that women do not.
Others believe an online figure is always final. A calculator is a helpful guide, but unusual family situations need a scholar to check. Small details, such as a surviving grandparent or a half‑sibling, can change the result significantly.
How the Faraid Calculator Works
- 1. You enter the deceased’s surviving relatives.
- 2. You enter the estate value after debts and funeral costs.
- 3. You subtract any valid bequest of up to one third.
- 4. The tool applies the fixed Qur’anic shares.
- 5. It shows each heir’s share as a fraction and an amount.
- 6. A scholar reviews the result for any unusual points.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should Aqiqah be performed?
The Sunnah is to perform Aqiqah on the seventh day after the child’s birth if possible. If this is not feasible, it may be performed later according to the guidance of qualified scholars.
How many animals are sacrificed for Aqiqah?
According to the Sunnah, two sheep or goats are recommended for a baby boy and one for a baby girl. If circumstances make this difficult, parents should seek guidance based on their individual situation.
Can I choose any name for my baby?
Islam encourages parents to choose names with good meanings that reflect Islamic values. It is recommended to avoid names with inappropriate meanings or those that contradict Islamic beliefs.
Is shaving the baby’s head part of the Sunnah?
Yes. Shaving the baby’s head is one of the recommended Sunnahs associated with Aqiqah. Many scholars also recommend giving charity equivalent to the weight of the hair in silver, where possible.
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