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Taking Leftover Books

Question

There are books left in the yeshiva belonging to students who have already left. What should be done with them?

Answer

If they are not expected to come and take them, you may take them.

Source

See Choshen Mishpat, Siman 329 and Orach Chaim, Siman 153

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