The Scout Law

There is 12 points to the Scout Law:
- A Scout is Trustworthy.
A Scout tells the truth. He keeps his promises. Honesty is a part of his code of
conduct. People can always depend on him.
A Scout is Loyal.
A Scout is true to his family, friends, Scout leaders, school, Nation, and world
community.
A Scout is Helpful.
A Scout is concerned about other people. He willingly volunteers to help others
without expecting payment or reward.
A Scout is Friendly.
A Scout is a friend to all. He is a brother to other Scouts. He seeks to
understand others. He respects those with ideas and customs that are different from his
own.
A Scout is Courteous.
A Scout is polite to everyone regardless of age or position. He knows that good
manners make it easier for people to get along together.
A Scout is Kind.
A Scout understands there is strength in being gentile. He treats others as he
wants to be treated. He does not harm or kill anything without reason.
A Scout is Obedient.
A Scout follows the rules of his family, school, and troop. He obeys the laws of
his community and country. If he thinks these rules and laws are unfair, he tries to have
them changed in an orderly manner rather than disobey them.
A Scout is Cheerful.
A Scout looks for the bright side of life. He cheerfully does tasks that come
his way. He tries to make others happy.
A Scout is Thrifty.
A Scout works to pay his own way and to help others. He saves for the future. He
protects and conserves natural resources. He carefully uses time and property.
A Scout is Brave.
A Scout can face danger even if he is afraid. He has the courage to stand for
what he thinks is right even if others laugh at him or threaten him.
A Scout is Clean.
A Scout keeps his body and mind fit and clean. He goes around with those that
believe in living by these same ideals. He helps keep his home and community clean.
A Scout is Reverent.
A Scout is reverent toward God. He is faithful in his religious duties. He
respects the beliefs of others.
Excerpted: page 553-561, "The Boy Scout Handbook",
copyright 1990 by BSA, ISBN 0-8395-3229-6