What is the ruling on the money of one who works in the care of horses used in racing?
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Question:
The questioner says: I have a brother who works in a land of disbelief, and his work there consists of caring for horses that are used in racing. I do not know whether he receives his salary from the profits of gambling or from another source. Is it permissible for me to borrow a sum of money from him, knowing that I am in dire need of it? And should I accept the gifts he brings me when he returns to the town?
Answer:
As long as you do not know that his money is forbidden, you may borrow from him. If you do not know, and you only have a doubt, then the default ruling for wealth is that it is lawful, and praise be to Allah. However, if you know that this money is forbidden, it is not permissible for you to use it.
The questioner says: I have a brother who works in a land of disbelief, and his work there consists of caring for horses that are used in racing. I do not know whether he receives his salary from the profits of gambling or from another source. Is it permissible for me to borrow a sum of money from him, knowing that I am in dire need of it? And should I accept the gifts he brings me when he returns to the town?
Answer:
As long as you do not know that his money is forbidden, you may borrow from him. If you do not know, and you only have a doubt, then the default ruling for wealth is that it is lawful, and praise be to Allah. However, if you know that this money is forbidden, it is not permissible for you to use it.
Source
قناة «العلامة الدكتور صالح الفوزان»، ما حكم مال من يعمل في رعاية الخيل التي تستعمل في الرهان؟ للشيخ الفوزان — youtube.com
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