What do we learn from R. Oshia’s Halacha?
- That a money loan may be repaid using Pairos.
- That the Loveh must actually have the Pairos.
- That we may pay a money loan with Pairos, and that the Loveh must actually have the Pairos.
- That there are times when Ribis Seah B’Seah (produce for produce) is permitted.
- That there are times when Ribis Seah B’Seah is permitted, and that a money loan may be repaid using Pairos.
What is Tzad Echad B’Ribis?
- A transaction which can have two possible outcomes, one of which involves Ribis.
- The name for the Malveh — as opposed to the Loveh — who plays “one side” in a Ribis transaction.
- Preparing a Shtar that includes Ribis, since this is the “first step” in a Ribis transaction.
- That R. Oshia’s case is permitted when the foods are put in a designated place; “to one side” of the property.
- When only half of the repayment money — “one side” of it — will be charged interest, and the second half is a free loan.
When do we say Mah Li Hain, Mah Li Demaihen?
- By loans and sales.
- Only by sales.
- Only by loans.
- Never.
- It’s a Machlokes that depends on how we understand Tzad Echad B’Ribis.
Why does an early buyer have to appear at the threshing floor?
- To actually pick up the merchandise, so the seller won't have to pay for storage.
- To pay a token down payment.
- To make a kinyan.
- To inspect the produce so there won't be misunderstandings later on.
- To accept “Mi Shepara,” in the event that he later retracts.
When may a salesman give a discount to a buyer who pays for merchandise before actually receiving it?
- Always.
- Never.
- Only when the salesman actually has the merchandise in his wagon or truck, close by to where they are negotiating.
- Only when the salesman has the merchandise in stock.
- Only when the salesman has the merchandise in stock, or has already secured it from his supplier.