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Gratitude to Self-Interested Benefactors and Objects

Jewish texts explore whether the obligation of hakaras hatov (gratitude) applies toward benefactors whose primary intention is self-serving, and whether one owes gratitude to inanimate objects that have provided benefit. Sources examine the nature of intentionality in gratitude, the distinction between blessing and thanksgiving, and classic examples from Jewish tradition.

כל מטיב אלינו אנו חייבין להודות לו כפי כוונתו

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