Here’s a quote from the Babylonian (Jewish) Talmud: Sanhedrin 76a. Jews May Steal from non-Jews Curious, how many Jews believe this? What is the affect on society when one ethnic group believes this behaviour is sanctioned as acceptable in their holy book? The Babylonian Talmud is a central text of the Jewish tradition, and it is a compilation of rabbinical discussions, debates, and interpretations of Jewish law and tradition.