Return the stolen money

Q 2: If a thief repents to Allah (Exalted be He), does he have to return what he has stolen or not?

A: A thief who wants to repent to Allah (Exalted be He), has to return what he stole if he still has the stolen item. If he does not have it, he should return something similar to it. If there is nothing similar to it, he has to return its value. If he cannot afford it, he has to pay it whenever he is able unless the owner of the stolen object forgives him. However repentance to Allah (Exalted be He) is obligatory in all cases. May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.