The Scout Oath
On my honor I will do my best
To do my duty to God and my country
and to obey the Scout Law;
To help other people at all times;
To keep myself physically strong,
mentally awake, and morally straight.
The 12 Points of the Scout Law
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TRUSTWORTHY: A Scout tells the truth and keeps his promises. People can depend on him. |
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LOYAL: A Scout is true to his family, friends, Scout leaders, school, and country. |
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HELPFUL: A Scout volunteers to help others without expecting a reward. |
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FRIENDLY: A Scout is a friend to everyone, even people who are very different from him. |
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COURTEOUS: A Scout is polite to everyone and always uses good manners. |
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KIND: A Scout treats others as he wants to be treated. He never harms or kills any living thing without good reason |
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OBEDIENT: A Scout follows the rules of his family, school, and pack. He obeys the laws of his community and country. |
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CHEERFUL: A Scout looks for the bright side of life. He cheerfully does tasks that come his way. He tries to make others happy. |
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THRIFTY: A Scout works to pay his way. He uses time, property, and natural resources wisely. |
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BRAVE: A Scout can face danger even if he is afraid. He stands for what is right even if others laugh at him. |
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CLEAN: A Scout keeps his body and mind fit. He helps keep his home and community clean. |
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REVERENT: A Scout is referent toward God. He is faithful to his religious duties. He respects the beliefs of others. |
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