A. Rashi - to hold
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Q. How did the Sages prevent people from making frivolous claims ?
A. By imposing an oath to substantiate a claim.
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A. What is the opinion of R. Yosi ?
A. We need to impose limits that will deter potential crooks.
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Q. Is there a difference between one who admits to owing some of the money or if 2 witnesses testify that he owes some ?
A. No. In both cases he pays the amount & swears concerning the rest.
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Q. What if there was only one witness ?
A. He only has to swear.
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Q. What if 2 witnesess say he needs to bring a Korban ?
A. R. Meir - yes
Chachomim - no.
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