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In the Name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful.
All praise and thanks are due to Allah, and peace and blessings be upon His Messenger.
In this fatwa:
Selling watches, including gold ones, is considered halal in Islam as long as the items are not inherently haram. Islam teaches that all transactions are permitted unless clearly prohibited. If you’re not directly involved in selling forbidden products, your income is lawful.
Responding to your question, Sheikh Ahmad Kutty, a senior lecturer and an Islamic scholar at the Islamic Institute of Toronto, Ontario, Canada, states:
Understanding the Basis of Halal and Haram Income
You don’t need to worry about the source of your income as long as you’re not directly involved in selling something that Islam clearly forbids. Since your job doesn’t fall into that category, it’s considered permissible.
You’re Not Responsible for How Buyers Use What They Purchase
Think of it this way: working in your store is not much different from working in a regular supermarket. People come in, buy what they want, and leave. You have no control over how they use what they buy, and you’re not responsible for their choices.
General Rule in Islam: Everything Is Halal Unless Proven Haram
Islam is a practical and balanced religion. One of its guiding principles is that everything is allowed unless there is clear evidence to say otherwise. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) reminded us of this ease when he said, “This religion is easy. Whoever makes it hard on themselves will end up overwhelmed and may give it up altogether.”
So as long as you are earning an honest living and not directly engaged in what is clearly haram, you can feel at peace with your work.
For a deeper understanding about halal income, consult these fatwas:
- Do You Pay Zakah on Gold Jewelry?
- Is Gold Trading Halal in Islam?
- Can Gold Be Sold in Installments?
- Is Exchanging Old Gold for New Permissible in Islam?
- Are Muslim Women Allowed to Wear Gold Sandals?
- Is Wearing Gold Teeth Haram in Islam?
- Should You Use Gold or Silver Nisab for Zakah?
Almighty Allah knows best.