What is the ruling on receiving a salary for teaching physical education and sports in an Islamic educational institution?
There is no شرعًا (religiously) impermissible aspect in receiving payment for training students in sports exercises and physical fitness. This work is beneficial and permissible, and the trainer will be rewarded for it if their intention is good in preparing a strong generation of Muslim youth, while observing the شرعية (religious) guidelines.
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