In this principle there will be explained some of the details of avak lashon hara "between man and his neighbor" — that is, if one stole from his neighbor or wronged him or the like, or if someone stole from him or wronged him or insulted him — how is it permitted to reveal this to others.

Above, in Principle IV, we explained the din of lashon hara in the area of "between man and his Maker." Now we shall begin, with the L–rd's help, to explain the din in the area of "between man and his neighbor." We have divided this into a principle by itself because its din is different in many ways. This I begin with the help of Him who grants a man knowledge.