Our judgments are based on how we judge others,

Hashem doesn't like fighting amongst brothers.

Lashon hara incited the prosecution,

Guarding our tongues results in the best resolution.

This is the Shemirat Halashon introduction,

Speaking lashon hara leads to unimaginable destruction,

If you do as much of a mitzvah as you can,

You'll be in a much better place than from where you began!

Don't disclose what could be discovered in a test,

Don't speak lashon hora, even if you're being pressed.

While it might seem like the Chachumim were quick to insult,

It is obvious that they only intended a positive result.

It is Lifnei Iver to give bad advice,

Even when you should warn, don't exaggerate, be precise.

The rules are more restrictive if the partnership is already formed,

If what you say will cause a loss, it is best to not inform.

You should praise your friend's bad purchase in the shuk,

Because it is impossible to return the item to the crook.

Rechilut can cause machloket to worsen,

So don't blame your own sins on another person!

Warn Reuven before he is cheated,

You can even tell him if the sale was completed.

Only tell Reuven if something good will result,

Because otherwise telling him is just an insult!

If someone tells you they have a hatred burning inside,

Try to calm them until their anger subsides.

Warn a victim of their oncoming plight,

But only if the victim won't pre-empt the fight!

It is a mitzvah to warn against an impending loss,

But don't exaggerate to get your message across.

To speak rechilut, there are five conditions,

To prevent others from falling into a compromised position!

Words can hurt, even if said in praise,

Don't tell Plony's wife that Plony gave you a raise.

Don't publicize that someone did you a favor,

Every word we say should be savored!

Rechilut is ussor, even if the original speaker is underage

Don't speak rechilut, especially if it is about a Torah sage.

Speaking rechilut will inevitably lead to strife,

It makes no difference if it was told to a victim or even to his wife.