Here's the latest article from the Baha'i site at BellaOnline.com. It is a companion to the previous one on burial rites. There are many more details to estate distribution in case of intestacy, but as civil law takes precedence in most of the West, as yet--besides which, it is an avoidable condition--I didn't go into it. However, I have been the executrix for several family estates and can attest to just how picky heirs can be! Write me if you want the reference...

Bahá'í Wills Testaments and Estate Law
According to the Teachings of Bahá'u'lláh, Prophet/Founder of the Bahá'í Faith, each individual has the obligation to write a will and a testament.

http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art181056.asp

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