Question 2367) - Why have you stipulated that the bequest be of "some of his wealth"? Can he not make a bequest with all his wealth?

A: A bequest is only valid up to a third of the estate, not more, unless the heirs agree after the death of the one making the bequest. Their consent during his life is disregarded. Is is Mustahabb that one keeps the bequest to less than a third.

~ al-Quduri ~