What is the reason for the prohibition of a worker accepting a gift?

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The questioner : What is the reason for the prohibition of a worker accepting a gift?

The Shaykh : The reason is so that he does not show favoritism in the work entrusted to him. This is obvious; he is bound to show favoritism no matter what, and the intention is the public interest.

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