On which nations does the prohibition of 'Lo Techanem' apply?
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Question
Hello, on which nations is the prohibition of 'Lo Techanem' said?
Answer
Hello,
The prohibition of 'Lo Techanem' applies to all nations, and there is a dispute among the early authorities whether it applies only to those who practice idolatry or also to those who do not.
However, regarding Ishmaelites, the prohibition of 'Lo Techanem' applies according to all opinions, even though they do not practice idolatry.
Source
Tosafot Avodah Zarah 20a, Tur Choshen Mishpat, Siman 249 (according to the old version), Beit Yosef there, Sma there, s.k. 2, Shach Yoreh De'ah, Siman 151, s.k. 18, not like the responsa of Rashba, part 1, Siman 8, and Meiri in Avodah Zarah, who hold that Ishmaelites who do not practice idolatry are not included in this prohibition [regarding the prohibition of a free gift].