Part II Humans are fashioned in the image of God, and we are the only creatures who possess intelligent speech. Through regulating our language and controlling our tongues we become more Godlike. By contrast, vulgar and unrefined language taints our divine capacity. Discretion is important in general, but prudent language is even more critical when discussing delicate issues. Surprisingly, the Torah extensively details the condition of a metzora, who is afflicted with an unseemly sickness. The minute laws regarding victims who suffer the revolting and contagious disease of tzarau2019at occupy an entire parsha. Likewise, the Torah comprehensively delineates the halachot...