What is the ruling on one who steals intoxicants from a dhimmi (a non-Muslim under Muslim protection)?
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The questioner : ... even if the thief is a dhimmi (a non-Muslim under Muslim protection), meaning he stole intoxicants from a dhimmi?
The Shaykh : Yes, that is correct, considering the status of the stolen item. The apparent view of the scholars is that the punishment applies even if it is from a dhimmi (a non-Muslim under Muslim protection). However, it should be said that if it is between two dhimmis (non-Muslims under Muslim protection), the hand should be cut off, because it is respected property in their view. This will require research, if Allah wills, regarding stealing from a dhimmi (a non-Muslim under Muslim protection).
The Shaykh : Yes, that is correct, considering the status of the stolen item. The apparent view of the scholars is that the punishment applies even if it is from a dhimmi (a non-Muslim under Muslim protection). However, it should be said that if it is between two dhimmis (non-Muslims under Muslim protection), the hand should be cut off, because it is respected property in their view. This will require research, if Allah wills, regarding stealing from a dhimmi (a non-Muslim under Muslim protection).