Taking wages for teaching the Qur''an

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Q 5: Is the Hadith which states You are most entitled to take wages for doing a Ruqya with Allah's Book. Classified as Hadith Sahih (authentic Hadith) narrated from the Prophet (peace be upon him)? If it is Sahih, what does it mean? Is it permissible to charge a monthly salary from the Ministry of Awqaf (religious endowments) for announcing Adhan (call to Prayer), delivering the Friday Sermon, leading people in Salah (Prayer), ensuring cleanliness of the Masjids (mosques), administering them and opening them at the appointed times of Salah?

A: The Hadith mentioned in the question has been classified as Sahih. According to scholars, the Hadith means that there is nothing wrong with a person charging a sum of money for teaching the Qur'an to people or using it as a form of Ruqyah (reciting Qur'an and saying supplications over the sick seeking healing). However, it is not permissible to charge money for the mere recital of the Qur'an. May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.