Islamic Inheritance: Husband Dies with Wife and Children
This is one of the most common inheritance scenarios. The wife receives 1/8 of the estate, and the children share the remaining 7/8 with sons receiving double the share of daughters.
Step 1 — Estate Details
Step 2 — Surviving Family Members
Only include those who are alive
Spouse
Parents
Children
Sons
2
Daughters
1
Siblings
Full Brothers
0
Full Sisters
0
Paternal Half Brothers
0
Paternal Half Sisters
0
Maternal Half Brothers
0
Maternal Half Sisters
0
Grandparents
Quick Examples
How This Scenario Works
When a husband (father) passes away leaving a wife and children, the distribution follows Quran 4:11-12. The wife receives her fixed share of 1/8 because children are present. The remaining 7/8 goes to the children as residuary heirs (Asaba). If there are both sons and daughters, each son receives twice what each daughter receives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the wife get when her husband dies with children?
The wife receives 1/8 (12.5%) of the estate when the deceased husband has children, as stated in Quran 4:12.
How do sons and daughters share the inheritance?
When both sons and daughters are present, they share the residue (after fixed shares) with each son receiving double what each daughter receives (2:1 ratio), as stated in Quran 4:11.
Does the mother inherit when grandchildren exist?
If the mother is alive, she receives 1/6 of the estate when there are children present.
Are siblings blocked in this scenario?
Yes, when the deceased has children, all siblings are blocked (Hajb) from inheriting.