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lets say there is a famine in the land, and one jew has enough for themselves to probably survive through the expected time of famine. What would be the halacha? to share what they have with others or their well being comes first? If there were to share with others, with how many people they should share their stuff? their immediate family only? any Jewish? Should they even think of tomorrow? ty
Answer
Shalom U'vracha, Your life comes before your friends life. To be clear, you must first save your own life before you give food to others (Baba Metzia 62:1). Additionally, Jewish lives come before non-Jewish lives (see Mishna Horayot 3:7-8). I am being very brief, but there is much to discuss regarding these topics. See for instance, the Shu't of Minchat asher part 1:115 part 3 122-123). All the best!
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