Intentional Injury

Murder is the most terrible of all crimes. Avoid any intentional act that might injure a person or put their life at risk.

Remember that you will be accountable for murder even if you had no intention to do so.

Murder can be carried out by messengers, accomplices, and collaborators. Don’t ask anyone to hurt another person, and don't assist others in hurting anyone.

Remember, even the slightest blow that generally may not cause permanent damage, could cause severe injury or even death.

If you come across someone who is hurting others and poses a danger to them, you must do something to prevent it. However, you are not obligated to do this at a risk to your own safety. Those who save the lives of others while putting their own lives at risk are deserving of praise. On the other hand, no one should be criticized for not doing so.

If you witness a person abusing others, you are obliged to report this to the proper authorities and be available to give testimony when called upon to do so.

Abuse of the helpless (minors, elderly, disabled, a person who is tied-up) is an abominable crime and deserves the worst punishment.

Don’t cause others to lose control (by means of drugs, alcohol, hypnosis, or sorcery) and so become helpless prey to others.

Remember – rivalry and disagreement are the basis for violence; avoid them as much as possible.

When involved in an argument, avoid saying or doing things that might ignite anger and cause violent outbursts.

If you witness an argument, act to calm everyone down before the situation deteriorates to violence.

If you hear of an upcoming crime, you are obliged to inform the police.

If you hear of a past crime (as opposed to minor offense), you are obliged to inform the police.

If you are asked by the police to give testimony regarding a crime, tell the whole truth and avoid exaggerations, misrepresentation, or distortion.