Can one fulfill the lulav obligation on the first day with a borrowed set?

SukkotFour Species

Synopsis

The first day requires 'lachem' (yours). A borrowed lulav is invalid. A conditional gift ('yours until you fulfill, then mine') is also invalid. An outright gift is valid.

Early Acharonim
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Strict
Lesser cited
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