What should I do about money stolen from my workplace, given that I don't remember the amount, and how can I return it without embarrassment? Is it permissible to send it by mail?
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You are obligated to perform sincere repentance from theft and to return the right to its owner by any suitable means. If you do not know the amount of the money, then strive to return what you most likely believe you took.
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