COMMENTS

      Among the most important matters that Islam has put strict and firm emphasis, is the protection and guard of people's right and properties. Here the protection of the heritage, and the rights of the heirs is emphasized upon, saying:-

      ``When death approaches one of you, write down a bequest or will, and when writing that, call to witness two men of justice from among the Muslim folk.''

      An exception is also discussed here that:-

      If a Muslim is on journey when death approached him, and he has no access to Muslims for witness, he may call non- Muslims to witness his will. By non- Muslim here the people of the Book are wanted, because a Muslim has nothing to do with polytheists and idolaters, and therefore he can not call such unbelievers to witness.''

      If the two non- Muslims prove to be untrustworthy, they have to give their place to another of those who are the nearest to those most concerned about the heritage and the will.

      The non- Muslims witnesses too, have to swear by Allah in time of prayer that they will not betray, and will not sell their word and honour of witness for any price.