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Is it permissible to work in an insurance company as a claims data entry clerk, knowing that my father considers it unlawful, and is it permissible to work there temporarily until another job becomes available?

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The ruling on working for insurance companies varies depending on the type of insurance. There is no harm in working for a cooperative insurance company, but it is not permissible to work for a commercial insurance company because it constitutes aiding in sin. Regarding working for the mentioned company, it is not permissible to work for it, even temporarily.

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