Speaking about a Virtue in a Non-Jew

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Question

Hello, is it permissible to praise a non-Jew for their beauty, wisdom, or deeds?

Answer

Hello,

It is forbidden to praise a non-Jew, even if one is recounting true things without any falsehood. Therefore, one must be careful not to praise a beautiful speech they delivered, and the like.

However, if it is for the benefit of a Jew, it is permitted.

Source

Maimonides, Chapter 10 of the Laws of Idolatry, Halacha 4; Shulchan Aruch, Yoreh De'ah, Siman 151, Se'if 11. See also Chazon Ish, Yoreh De'ah, Siman 65, Se'if Katan 4.

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