Is money earned from displaying advertisements for gambling sites, before knowing that it is forbidden, unlawful or lawful, and what should be done with it if it is unlawful?
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Money earned from advertising gambling is unlawful money, regardless of whether the advertiser knew the true nature of the advertisement or was ignorant of it. This money must be disposed of for charitable purposes and for the general welfare of Muslims, such as orphanages.
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Reviewed by El Fatwa's sharia committee.
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