Genizah of a Heretical Book with Verses
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Question
In the past, I was given a certain history book written by a non-Jew, about the history of the Jews. A brief glance at the book suggests that it contains much heretical content alongside verses. I want to throw this book away. Is it necessary to go through the book to cut out the verses and the name of God (if it appears), thereby exposing myself to its content, or can it be discarded as it is?
Answer
Shalom Rav
According to the instructions of the Gaon, Rabbi Avraham Fried, shlita, it should be thrown in the trash.