Gossip

The issues

Within what limits is gossip permitted? Is there any gossip that is permitted?

The Jewish Perspective

In general, Jewish tradition prohibits any form of gossip. It is prohibited not only to repeat information which is false but even to repeat any information about somebody else which is true and not derogatory. The only time that it would be permitted to pass on further information is when it will prevent another person suffering loss or damage. In such a case the information passed must be absolutely correct and should be limited it to what is necessary to prevent that loss or damage.