Essentials of Mīrāth – Islamic Inheritance Made Easy

Essentials of Mīrāth – Islamic Inheritance Made Easy by Muḥammad Ḥusein al-Qādirī.

A concise and accessible introduction to ʿilm al-mīrāth, the Islamic science of inheritance. Written for students, beginners and anyone who wants to understand the basics, it explains the key rulings drawn from the Qur’an and Sunnah, with insights rooted in classical fiqh.

The book covers the fundamental rules, the categories of heirs, their shares and common scenarios, and shows how Islamic inheritance works in practice. It sets out a simple step-by-step method for calculating mīrāth, supported by worked examples, tables and clear boxed notes.

Key Features:

• Clear introduction to the Islamic law of inheritance
• Simple four-step method for calculating shares
• Worked examples with tables
• Suitable for students and beginners
• Published with the Al-Ihya Foundation