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Deception of a Non-Jew

Question

Is the prohibition of deception applicable to non-Jews as well?

Answer

It is forbidden to deceive any person in the world, even if they are not Jewish.

Source

Shulchan Aruch (Choshen Mishpat, Siman 228).

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