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Sunan Ibn Majah 2702 (Book 22, Hadith 8) #32056
Writing a Will in Islam

SUMMARY: The Prophet ﷺ taught that a Muslim man should always have a written will if he has something to bequeath.

It was narrated from Ibn 'Umar that the Prophet said: "The Muslim man has no right to spend two nights, if he has something for which will should be made, without having a written will with him".
حَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ مَعْمَرٍ، حَدَّثَنَا رَوْحُ بْنُ عَوْفٍ، عَنْ نَافِعٍ، عَنِ ابْنِ عُمَرَ، عَنِ النَّبِيِّ قَالَ ‏ "‏ مَا حَقُّ امْرِئٍ مُسْلِمٍ يَبِيتُ لَيْلَتَيْنِ وَلَهُ شَىْءٌ يُوصِي بِهِ إِلاَّ وَوَصِيَّتُهُ مَكْتُوبَةٌ عِنْدَهُ

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will  *  written  *  bequeath  *  law  *  wasiyyah  *  alwasiyyah

QUICK LESSONS:
Write down your wishes in case you have something to bequeath so your wishes can be respected even after you pass away .

EXPLANATIONS:
This hadith teaches us the importance of writing a will when one has something to bequeath. It is an important part of Islamic law and is seen as an act of responsibility for Muslims. A will is essentially a document that states how one's possessions should be distributed after their death, and it can also include instructions on how to care for any dependents or family members left behind. Writing down these wishes ensures that they are followed, even after the person has passed away. This hadith emphasizes the importance of having this document in place so that there are no disputes over inheritance or other matters after someone's death. It also serves as an important reminder for Muslims to take responsibility for their own affairs and ensure that their wishes are respected even after they have gone.

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