Of fraternal charity

Rodriguez, The Practice of Perfection and Christian Virtues, 1929, pp. 383–384

I. To shun detraction or any mention of the fault of another, even though it be slight and public. Not to pull to pieces his doings, or show any sign of undervaluing him either in his presence or in his absence; but try to let it be that for anything that proceeds from my mouth all men are good, honourable and estimable.
II. Never to tell another, ' Jack says so and so of you,' when the matter is such as might cause annoyance, however small it may be: for this were to sow discord and tares among brethren.
III. Not to utter sarcastic words, or harsh and peevish words that might give pain to another. Not to be obstinate in maintaining a point, nor contradict another, nor rebuke him, unless you have charge of him.
IV. To treat all with love and charity, and show it in act, trying to meet others' wants, assist and give them satisfaction so far as you can. This especially when you are in an office that obliges you to meet people's wants: to this you should give great attention; and whatever you cannot do in deed, make it up by a gracious manner and kind answers and words.
V. To avoid any aversion for another, and still more to avoid showing it, as it would be by refusing to speak to him for some displeasure you had conceived against him, or by refusing to meet his need when you might, or by giving any other sign that you have a grudge against him.
VI. Not to behave to any particular person as you would not behave to any one else: to avoid familiarities and particular friendships that give offence.
VII. Not to pass judgment on any one, but rather try to excuse your neighbour's faults in your own thoughts and in company,—having a high opinion of all.