Is being lazy sinful?
May 31, 2022 | Miscellaneous
Q: Is being lazy at work / not doing job properly or procrastinating sinful?
Is the money earned from being lazy at work still halal?
A: The money is halal as the employee is employed for their time whether they work or not. The believer should try to be their best in every situation, whether work or education, this is the “ihsan” that Allah has requested from us.
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