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The Torah commands us to return lost objects to our fellow Jew.<ref>Sefer Hachinuch Mitzva 538, Rambam Sefer Hamitzvot Mitzvot Aseh Mitzva 204, Sefer Mitzvot Hakatzar of the Chofetz Chaim (of mitzvot that can be fulfilled today Mitzva 69 in positive mitzvot). See the second perek of Masechet Bava Metzia and Rambam Hilchot Gezela chapters 11 and onward. </ref> In general, if there’s an identifying mark on the lost object there’s an obligation to return the object of our fellow Jew by safeguarding it, publicizing the loss of the object, and making sure that the rightful owner receives his object. Being that many of these cases involve intricate details that aren’t addressed below, in a real case, one should consult a competent rabbinic authority for guidance. | [[Image:Lost and found.jpeg|right]] | ||
The Torah commands us to return lost objects to our fellow Jew.<ref>Sefer Hachinuch Mitzva 538, Rambam Sefer Hamitzvot Mitzvot Aseh Mitzva 204, Sefer Mitzvot Hakatzar of the Chofetz Chaim (of mitzvot that can be fulfilled today Mitzva 69 in positive mitzvot). See the second perek of Masechet Bava Metzia and Rambam Hilchot Gezela chapters 11 and onward. </ref> In general, if there’s an identifying mark on the lost object there’s an obligation to return the object of our fellow Jew by safeguarding it, publicizing the loss of the object, and making sure that the rightful owner receives his object. Being that many of these cases involve intricate details that aren’t addressed below, in a real case, one should consult a competent rabbinic authority for guidance. | |||
==Torah Obligation== | ==Torah Obligation== | ||
===Returning Lost Objects=== | ===Returning Lost Objects=== | ||
