At the end of the question, we also want to be reassured about something very significant, which is speaking about the imams, the mu'adhhdhins, and the mosque sweepers.

The questioner : At the end of this question, we also want to be reassured about something very significant, which is speaking about the imams, the mu'adhhdhins, and the mosque sweepers. We often hear people say that they do not take [payment] or do not pray except to take [payment]. What is the ruling on the speech that comes from these speakers?

The Shaykh : This is not permissible.

The questioner : Yes.

The Shaykh : This is from the actions of the hypocrites who criticize the believers who volunteer in charity, and those who find nothing but their own effort.

The questioner : Yes.

The Shaykh : Therefore, in matters based on intentions, it is not permissible for a person to assume a bad intention. Rather, one should have a good opinion of the Muslim.

The questioner : Yes.

The Shaykh : And that they came seeking the Face of Allah, making money a means and not an end. As for our accusing them of this, it is forbidden and not permissible. So the Muslim should beware of having a bad opinion of his brothers, especially those who take on these roles: leading in religion, the call to prayer, and serving the mosques. I do not think that those who criticize them in this regard intend anything but evil; they intend to criticize Islam by criticizing those who perform the duties of Islam.

The questioner : Yes.

The Shaykh : Yes.

The questioner : May Allah reward you.
The second question from the brother Yahya Muhsin says.