Be Wary, Not Certain

When Lashon Hara affects your safety or future, you may be choyshesh—cautious—but not mekabel. Protection is allowed; judgment is not.

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The Past Is Off Limits

Lashon Hara about someone’s past or ancestors—no matter how true—is still forbidden. Teshuva demands respect for who a person is now.

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Disagreement Doesn’t Permit Disrespect

Even after verifying an error in Beis Din, you may not slander its members. Corrective steps must follow halacha—not public humiliation.

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Doubting a Din Is Not a Heter

Even if a Dayan’s ruling seems mistaken, degrading Talmidei Chachamim is never justified. Respect demands restraint, even when questioning halachic outcomes.

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Respecting Torah Authority

Speaking negatively about Dayanim—even if you think they ruled wrongly—is forbidden. We must trust that Hashem ensures justice, and always be dan Talmidei Chachamim l’kaf zechus.

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Judge Favorably, Even If True

Even if a story is factually accurate, we must still be dan l’kaf zechus. Context matters—and assuming the worst violates a mitzvas asei of the Torah.

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Don't Sit With Them

Choosing to sit with known gossipers makes you part of their aveirah, even if you stay silent. The Torah warns us: avoid the company of scoffers.

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Three Tools for Resistance

Reject the words in your heart, feel regret about hearing them, and avoid showing any approval. Even a frown can send a message—and protect your neshamah.

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