What is required of me after repenting from thefts committed before puberty, and is the pen lifted from me?
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A thief before puberty is not sinful, but the stolen money is guaranteed by him, based on the principle of Khitab al-Wad’ (declaratory address), which pertains to the actions of all servants.
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