It is not permissible for an agent to keep the remaining money from what was entrusted to them for purchasing necessary items, even if the principal is the agent’s own father.
- Obligation to Return:
- Any leftover money must be returned to the principal (e.g., the father) because it is considered an amanah (trust).
- Failing to return it violates the command of Allah to fulfill trusts.
- Evidence from the Qur’an:
Allah Almighty says:“إِنَّ اللَّهَ يَأْمُرُكُمْ أَن تُؤَدُّوا الْأَمَانَاتِ إِلَىٰ أَهْلِهَا“
(Translation: Indeed, Allah commands you to render trusts to their owners.) [An-Nisa: 58]
This highlights the importance of fulfilling trust and returning property to its rightful owner as mandated by Islamic law.
[Reference: Ibn Baz, Majmu’ Al-Fatawa wa Al-Maqalat, Vol. 19, Page 322]
