What is the ruling regarding someone who lent money to another person, then forgave him the debt, and then later demanded it back? Is it obligatory to return the money, or does the debt become nullified by the initial forgiveness?
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A debt is discharged by absolution (forgiveness) just as it is discharged by payment. So, whoever absolves someone of their debt has cleared the debtor's liability, and it is no longer permissible for the creditor to demand the debt thereafter.
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