Is it permissible to use the cleaning supplies distributed to the department outside of the department?

The Shaykh: Yes.

The questioner : Peace be upon you and Allah's mercy.

The Shaykh : And upon you be peace, and the mercy of Allah and His blessings.

The questioner : Forgive me for disturbing you, my master.

The Shaykh: Go ahead.

The questioner : May Allah reward you. It is just a passing question, if you permit. I work in a government ministry administration. They distribute to us, I don't know what, every period, meaning cleaning supplies... Is there any harm if a person takes some of it to use outside the department?

The Shaykh : I want an answer.

The questioner : ... for the things.

The Shaykh : Do you use it in your house or in your department?

The questioner : Of course, they distribute it for the department, inside...

The Shaykh: No, it is not permissible.

The questioner : It is not permissible.

The Shaykh: No.

The questioner : And if you asked them, if you sought their permission, meaning.

The Shaykh : Who are the ones you want to seek permission from?

The questioner : The department officials.

The Shaykh : If the highest responsible official in the department...

The questioner : Our manager.

The Shaykh : If the highest official in the department gives permission, then it is his responsibility; but if he does not give permission, it is not permissible.

The questioner : May Allah reward you with good.

The Shaykh : And beware of that.

The questioner: Peace be upon you.

The Shaykh : And upon you be peace, and the mercy of Allah and His blessings.