What is the ruling of stolen things that are in the household and that cannot be returned? What should one do with the items and how can one repent for it?
What is the ruling of stolen things that are in the household and that cannot be returned? What should one do with the items and how can one repent for it?
Zaid Alsalami, Shaykh Dr Zaid Alsalami is an Iraqi born scholar, raised in Australia. He obtained a BA from Al-Mustafa University, Qom, and an MA from the Islamic College in London. He also obtained a PhD from... Answered 3 years ago
Bismihi ta'ala
It does not belong to you, and it must still be returned. You having it in the house will trigger bad memories of a major sin, which is theft, and therefore, it is best for you to get it out of the house. Take it to a local charity, if you are not able to return it.
As for repenting, when you are praying, or in any time you are reciting dua, repent for your sins in general, and include this as well.
Remember that Allah ta'ala is the All-forgiving, and therefore be thankful to the Almighty for guiding you to the right path.
With prayers for your success.