Analysis of the Use of Daif Hadith in the Fatwa on Islamic Inheritance Law (Faraid) in Malaysia

This study examines the status of hadith that can be used as an argument in fatwa involving legal (hukm) affairs and evaluates hadiths fatwas Islamic inheritance law (faraid) issued by state Mufti departments. was conducted based on recorded previous studies use daif related to issue will (wasiat), its significant effect violating principles causing differences same issues. The methodology this is qualitative, which data were collected through library research field studies. done examining books usul al-fiqh, hadith, articles, enactments, circulars, while using unstructured interview method with selected Muftis. findings show three decided faraid issues departments; dhu arham heirs; nominee EPF; remuneration, compensation, consolation faraid. However, only heirs arguments from hadith. also found out five departments argued heirs, other two authenticity (sahih) matter.