The prohibition against inheriting wives refers to their possessions, meaning a husband cannot force his wife to write a will leaving him everything.1, 2
Adopted children remain family members even if they become Jews or Christians, because every human being is treated as a potential believer.1, 2, 3
Inheritance shares are clearly stated in the Quran, which reminds people that they do not know which of their children is more beneficial to them.1, 2
A widow who stays in her late husband's household is entitled to one year of support, and the husband must make sure he leaves enough for it.1, 2, 3
The one year support for a widow is separate from and over and above her share of inheritance, and it lapses if she chooses to leave the household.1, 2, 3
The prohibition of inheriting wives forcibly means a wife cannot be forced to will everything to her husband, and marriage against anyone's will is prohibited.1, 2