Returning a Lost Item to a Non‑Jew
This question and answer were automatically translated using our trained AI and have not yet been reviewed by a qualified rabbi. Please treat this translation with caution.
Go to original →
Question
שלום וברכה.
אם זה של גוי אין חיוב להחזיר, אא"כ זה יקדש שם שמים.
Answer
If it belongs to a non‑Jew, there is no obligation to return it, unless doing so will sanctify Hashem’s Name.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Choshen Mishpat 266:1; see also 248:2 in the Rema regarding monetary law with non‑Jews.
Comments
Have an additional question on this topic or need clarification? Leave your comment below. (Please note that the comment will not be published but will be sent directly to the answering Rabbi for review and a private response)
