What is the legal consequence if a testator cancels a debt owed by an heir?

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Al-Mughni

Book of Bequests

Book 31 · Issue 1 · Bab 1

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If a testator cancels a debt owed by an heir, or wills for the payment of his debt, or if a wife forgives her dower (mahr) from her husband, or forgives an injury that incurs financial compensation, this is treated legally as a bequest (wasiyyah).