Is it permissible to work in printing bags that have names of stores such as "Tabarak" and "Nujoom Al-Salam," and addresses that include names of mosques, knowing that these bags are discarded and disrespected after use?
Some scholars have ruled that writing on bags is absolutely forbidden. However, the more sound opinion is that the prohibition applies to things that are revered in Islamic law, such as the name of Allah, the Quran, and the names of prophets. Therefore, the names mentioned do not require respect unless they are among those that are revered. We note that the name "Tabarak" is exclusive to Allah Almighty. The majority of scholars forbid any action that leads to disobedience. However, the Hanafis do not see it as forbidden unless the act of disobedience itself occurs. According to their view, writing on bags is not forbidden for you, and if you follow this opinion out of necessity, there is no harm. It is permissible for a to offer the questioner a choice in matters of permissible scholarly disagreement for the sake of benefit.
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