Essential Components of Islamic Will
Basic Requirements
- Must be in writing
- Requires sound mental capacity
- Need for witnesses
- Clear identification of assets
- Declaration of faith
Permitted Provisions
- One-third discretionary distribution
- Charitable donations
- Care instructions for minors
- Debt documentation
- Special requests within Shariah limits
Step-by-Step Writing Process
1. Personal Information
- Full legal name
- Date of birth
- Current residence
- Family members' details
- Contact information
2. Asset Documentation
- Property inventory
- Financial accounts
- Business interests
- Investments
- Personal valuables
3. Debt and Obligations
- Outstanding loans
- Business debts
- Personal liabilities
- Financial commitments
- Payment instructions
4. Guardian Appointments
- Minor children guardians
- Property trustees
- Executor selection
- Alternate appointments
- Responsibilities defined
Legal Considerations
Documentation Requirements
- Proper formatting
- Witness signatures
- Notarization needs
- Regular updates
- Safe storage
Executor Duties
- Asset collection
- Debt settlement
- Distribution oversight
- Legal compliance
- Record keeping
Practical Tips
Regular Review
- Annual assessment
- Life event updates
- Asset changes
- Family status changes
- Legal requirement checks
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Exceeding one-third limit
- Unclear language
- Missing signatures
- Incomplete asset lists
- Contradicting Shariah law
