Scratch Cards
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Question
Is it permissible for Sephardim to buy scratch cards?
Answer
In this case, the prohibition of playing dice does not apply, but it is not appropriate to buy from Mifal HaPais and certainly not from Toto, as the money is also used for improper purposes.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Choshen Mishpat, Siman 173, Se'if 3
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