Relating other peoples faults to prevent imitation - cont’d
Lesson 1 - We said that it is permitted to alert others (like children or students) about someone elses bad characteristics only if your intent is to warn them not to repeat/immitate those traits.
In such situations - you need to clearly explain to the child/student why you are repeating this negative information about another person.
Lesson 2
If an entire community acts improperly and you are scared that someone might copy their behavior, you are permitted to point out their shortcomings - ONLY to prevent someone from mingling with them.
(The specifics of these laws will be forthcoming)
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Lashon Hora = Saying a derogatory/negative statement about someone else that is TRUE
Motzi Shaim Ra (Defamation of Character) = Saying a derogatory statement that is FALSE
Thursday May 22, 2008
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