Raina Balsam

Laws about Lashon Hara

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The Laws of Loshen Hara are there to guide us on what to say and what not to say. In 1873 Rabbi Yisrael Meir Kagen compiled these laws into two books: “Chafetz Chaim”, which means “Desirer of Life” and “Shmirat Halashon”, translated as “Guarding the Tongue”. Speaking kindly is the basis of loving everyone. Rav Yehudah Zev Segal divided these laws into a daily study cycle, so it stays at the forefront of our minds. May this learning elevate the Neshama of Moshe Mordechai Ben Pinchas. Join the chat to have each one delivered directly to you! https://chat.whatsapp.com/BOO6h7SMjgLERUmbWG17C6

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Raina Balsam

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Day 70 How to determine if someone is trying to cause strife and discord and what to do: 25.07.2023 1:41

7 Av Day 70 *How to determine if someone is just trying to cause discord and strife, and what to do:* May this learning be L’iluy Nishmas Moshe Mordechai Ben Pinchas

Definitely can’t about a Torah Scholar, and if you thought you could about a “Heretic”…. 23.07.2023 1:36

6 Av Day 68&69 *Its extremely not good to speak negatively about a Torah scholar, as one might not ask them questions or advice anymore. We can’t speak Lashon Hara about a foolish person either. Technically we can speak Lashon Hara about a heretic who denies G-d and Torah that we have first hand personal evidence of, HOWEVER everyone in this generation that is not observant is considered a tinok s...

Day 67: Discussing “childlike behavior” can still be Lashon Hara. 22.07.2023 1:51

5 Av Day 67 *We cannot say anything bad about CHILDREN, as one might think this is regular childlike behavior and is therefore ok to discuss. _We also cannot discipline based on Lashon Hara_.* May this learning be L’iluy Nishmas Moshe Mordechai Ben Pinchas

Day 66 “Family issues” is still Loshen Hara and cannot be discussed if not for a constructive reason 22.07.2023 0:50

4 Av Day 66 *We cannot say anything bad about any family members, as one might think this is a “family issue” and needs to be discussed.* May this learning be L’iluy Nishmas Moshe Mordechai Ben Pinchas

Day 65 If there is Evidence but no first hand proof, you cannot take sides based on just evidence. 22.07.2023 1:11

3 Av Day 65 *Even in cases of monetary disputes, if there is evidence but NOT firsthand proof, you _cannot_ take sides, believe or take actions against the other person- because it is still Loshen Hara.* May this learning be L’iluy Nishmas Moshe Mordechai Ben Pinchas

The Evidence must be Strong evidence and experienced FIRSTHAND!! 20.07.2023 0:57

2 Av Part 2 (some days have two sections to learn for that day) If there IS a constructive purpose for you to believe/say something, the proof must be STRONG and experienced Firsthand. May this learning be L’iluy Nishmas Moshe Mordechai Ben Pinchas

Even if there is Evidence - if it is not for a constructive purpose we cannot say or listen to it. 20.07.2023 1:35

2 Av, Day 63 of Rabbi Yehudah Zev Segal’s daily cycle of The Chofetz Chaim Even if there is EVIDENCE- if it is not for a constructive purpose (תועלת) we cannot say it or listen to it. May this Learning be L’iluy Nishmas Moshe Mordechai Ben Pinchas

We cannot believe any negative information about anyone if said as a casual remark! 19.07.2023 1:34

1 Av, Day 62

Laws about Lashon Hara (Trailer) 19.07.2023 0:51