For a long period of time, from 13 to 10 AH

Q: There is a school in Al-Rakah District. This school helps in teaching children to memorize verses and short Surahs of the Qur'an and the sayings of the Prophet (peace be upon him). However, we notice the following: Some female teachers told us that the owner of the school stipulates that the newcomers of the female teachers in the school will not receive salaries in the first month or in the first three months. Most of us may need money while others do not need money. We hope you will issue a Fatwa in this regard so that we may not be wronged nor wrong the owner of the school. It should be noted that this school is a national school and its students pay for their education. Peace be with you!

A: If the two parties agree upon this in the contract, it is permissible. Muslims abide by their conditions as long as these conditions do not permit what Allah made unlawful nor prohibit what Allah made lawful. (Part No. 14; Page No. 402) May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.