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In Jewish law, an asmachta (Hebrew: אסמכתא, also asmakhta), is a conditional commitment or promise that a person makes, but actually has no intention of keeping. The agreement is not considered binding, and the commitment is considered null and void.
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Controversy exists as to whether various forms of gambling, including games of chance and lottery tickets, are considered to be an asmachta.
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