What is the ruling on working at a central bank that deals with usury after having worked at an Islamic bank, and is it permissible to return to it because of the benefits it offers?
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It is not permissible to work in interest-based banks (riba-based banks) because it involves assisting in sin, and Allah has forbidden cooperation in sin and aggression. The justifications a person might mention for such work are from the embellishments of Satan. Therefore, a Muslim should not exchange Allah's covenant for a small price, for what is with Allah is better and more lasting.
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