What does the Bible say about inheritance in Israel?

The passages in Joshua and Numbers detail that inheritance in Israel was crucial for preserving family names and tribal identities. Zelophehad's daughters, by approaching Moses and later Joshua, sought their rightful inheritance to prevent their father's name from disappearing. God commanded that if a man dies without a son, his inheritance should go to his daughters, ensuring that family names remained within the Israelite community. This system maintained the corporate integrity of Israel and upheld the principles of justice and equity as designed by God.