We are forbidden from gossiping.
This mitzvah forbids speaking gossip or tale-bearing about others, whether true or false, when it causes harm or discord. Gossip destroys trust, damages reputations, and divides communities. The Torah demands restraint of speech, directing us instead to use words for peace, truth, and encouragement.
Commentary & Classical Explanation:
Encompasses mitzvot that govern ethical behavior, kindness, and justice in human relationships.
Pertains to the power of speech—both positive and negative—including lashon hara, vows, and blessings.
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