I bought some dvds from amazon.com, they were scratched so they sent me a replacement and allowed me to pick and choose between the dvds and then send the other set back. They refunded my original offer before I sent the dvds back but then when I sent them back they refunded it again, so basically I got them for free and now I have to decide whether or not i tell them or just leave it as it is. They handled my purchase and return so well but i also am cash strapped and could use the money. What should I do?
2007-02-27 11:59:18 · 26 answers · asked by alias_47 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
There is no dilemma, if you keep the money you are wrong
2007-02-27 12:03:47 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
If you are that cash strapped, write an I.O.U. to Amazon on a piece of paper, and tuck it away with your other important papers. When you get your tax return, this year, first thing you do is send them a check.
There you go, problem solved. You "borrow" the money for a short time. I'm sure they won't mind, and you'll sleep well knowing you did the right thing.
2007-02-27 20:20:57 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The most pure and undefiled answer is to return the money.
The reality is more dependent on the situation and only you know the answer as to what you will do.
In my own life I find that keeping "Moral Law" is the best way to go but I just fail sometimes. You know the correct answer or you couldn't ask the question. I have failed this moral test many times in my life and have never rejoiced over my failure.
2007-02-27 20:16:40 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you know what you should do. Call them up, tell them what happened....9 times outta 10 they'll probably just leave it the way it is, in your favor. The benefit is you'll have done the right thing and more than likely you'll get to keep the cash too.
Most people wouldn't have said anything...the fact that this is nagging you says much about your character. Good character goes a long way.
2007-02-27 20:10:25 · answer #4 · answered by JohnC 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You seem like an honest person and i think you know what to do. Just do the right thing now and it will define you as a person. It`s how you handle the small trivial parts of your life that will help you with the bigger situations in life. Stay True Bro and May The Force Be With You.
2007-02-27 20:13:06 · answer #5 · answered by Diesel 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Think about it, it's amazon.com, not some small mom and pop shop downtown. They rake in so much money every year, and it's DVDs you're dealing with! It's chop change to them.
But if you really are a "moral" person, return what's not yours. Otherwise, it's their small loss and who cares?
2007-02-27 20:24:02 · answer #6 · answered by theJUMPoff 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I recommend that you tell them. You might lose some money, but your conscience will be relieved, whereas not paying will make it hurt for a long time. Do the right thing and pay the money, and the company might respect you and do something good for you.
2007-02-27 20:10:40 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you claim the name of Christ, consider this. Paul wrote "Give no reason for offense", and I'm sure you wouldn't want to give any unbelievers reason to blaspheme God.Let me encourage you to do the honorable thing, and make it right. I also commend you for your honesty in dealing with temptation. Why not make God smile, Be a Good witness, and honor the name of the Lord. Grace and peace.
2007-02-27 20:14:05 · answer #8 · answered by W J 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Do what is right and honest and you know what that is. You would not be asking this question if you felt good about keeping the money. Consciences are bothered for a reason.
2007-02-27 20:06:33 · answer #9 · answered by martha d 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If you don't feel guilty about it then enjoy the extra cash. If this is going to cause you to lose sleep or eat at your conscience then by all means point out the error! Your the only person who has to live in your skin.
2007-02-27 20:14:04 · answer #10 · answered by Felicia 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Return the money.
A clear conscience is a soft pillow.
2007-02-27 20:05:23 · answer #11 · answered by iamnoone 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋