Work as a painter for the Nasser Social Bank

A: First: If working for the tax department is as you described, it is Haram, because it involves oppression and injustice. It also involves acknowledging unlawful activities and imposing taxes on them. (Part No. 15; Page No. 67) Second: The means of earning a living are not limited to the abovementioned jobs or to being an employee; there are many Halal ways of earning a living, gaining wealth, and providing for yourself. A Muslim should have Taqwa (fear Allah as He should be feared) and seek Halal ways of earning a living to please Allah and Allah will surely make it easy for them to find these ways. Allah (Exalted be He) says: And whosoever fears Allâh and keeps his duty to Him, He will make a way for him to get out (from every difficulty). And He will provide him from (sources) he never could imagine. And whosoever puts his trust in Allâh, then He will suffice him. Verily, Allâh will accomplish his purpose. Indeed Allâh has set a measure for all things. May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.