Stealing to Save One’s Life

Question

Is it permitted to steal money or property from another person in order to save one’s own life?

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  1. The Just Ask! - AskTheRabbi.org Team

    There is a comprehensive essay that discusses the Halachic parameters of whether it is permissible to steal to save one’s life (or the life of another) that can be read at: https://dinonline.org/2015/05/09/stealing-to-save-lives/

    I hope that you find it informative.

    Best wishes from the AskTheRabbi.org Team