If you are not part of the solution to the problem, don't intervene," they exclaimed in the middle of an altercation.

In the Latin culture, some are accustomed to meddle in fights or street brawls, and to speak without being a witness of what caused a dispute, is normal; reckless opinions regarding the personality and behavior of someone, are frequent and fun for many; but instead, to be at peace with oneself and with others, requires a positive, prudent, reasonable attitude, respect and consideration for the reputation and dignity of the other.

Great friendships, sentimental relationships and works in favor of spiritual growth for the salvation of many, have been spoiled by a simple senseless or malicious comment; besides, it takes you many years to build a relationship of friends, but you only need a single instant to tear it down; just as a tall building is destroyed in a matter of seconds.

A good piece of advice: if you don't know anything bad about someone, don't make it up, if you know it and it is true, don't spread it, and if you know it and it is public, why repeat it?

Proverbs 26:17 NKJV

17 He who passes by and meddles in a quarrel not his own
Is like one who takes a dog by the ears.

Ecclesiastes 3:7 NKJV

7 A time to tear,
And a time to sew;
A time to keep silence,
And a time to speak;

Proverbs 17:28 NKJV

28 Even a fool is counted wise when he holds his peace;
When he shuts his lips, he is considered perceptive.

Matthew 5:9 NKJV

9 Blessed are the peacemakers,
For they shall be called sons of God.

Proverbs 6:16-19 NKJV

16 These six things the Lord hates,
Yes, seven are an abomination to Him:
17 A proud look,
A lying tongue,
Hands that shed innocent blood,
18 A heart that devises wicked plans,
Feet that are swift in running to evil,
19 A false witness who speaks lies,
And one who sows discord among brethren.