Is it permissible to utilize the remaining time of the workday, after completing assigned tasks which have come to include the work of three employees, for reading religious books instead of learning English, knowing that the company system allows for self-development, and that colleagues and superiors spend their time on matters unrelated to work?
The employee must perform his work diligently. He may read the Qur’an or religious books, or learn English during his free time at work, provided that he has completed his tasks and that this does not affect his work or lead to negligence.
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