What is the ruling on working in the distribution of advertisements and newspapers in Jewish areas of Occupied Palestine? What is the ruling on money earned from a job where the manager prohibits the distribution of advertisements in certain areas, leading to the early termination of work before the scheduled time? What should be done with the money if it is not permissible? And what should be done regarding Fajr prayer in a mosque where the adhan is called before its actual time?
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The hiring of individuals can either be for a specific period or for a specific task. It is not permissible to combine both, as this adds ambiguity and corruption to the contract. A corrupt contract necessitates a fair market wage (ujrat al-mithl). However, if the contract is for one of these two options, it is valid. Regarding the distribution of newspapers, it is not permissible if they contain anything unlawful. As for the dawn before Fajr, it is established in the and does not suffice for the adhan after the break of dawn. It does not affect the validity of the prayer if it is performed at its appointed time.
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