Chapter 2, Mishna 6
Topics covered:
What is notable about a garment as mentioned in the law of returning lost objects in Deut 22?
Are distinguishing marks as good as witness testimony?
What is derived by requirement to return donkey/sheep/ox?
Does finder have to return item that is worth less than one peruta?
What if item depreciated in value between being lost and found? What if it appreciated?
Is identification of item by distinguishing mark a biblical or rabbinic law? Why does it matter?
How can finder determine if person who claims ownership really is the owner?
What is difference between distinguishing marks and recognition?
Is a mole a clear cut distinguishing mark?
How to define βclear and distinctβ distinguishing mark?
Opening song: Moshe Storch leads Hallel at Beis Medrash Hancock Park
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