The Scout Law

A Scout is trustworthy. A Scout tells the truth. A Scout is honest and keeps promises. People can depend on a Scout. 

A Scout is loyal. A Scout is loyal to those to whom loyalty is due. 

A Scout is helpful. A Scout cares about other people. A Scout helps others without expecting payment or reward. A Scout fulfills duties to the family by helping at home. 

A Scout is friendly. A Scout is a friend to all other Scouts. A Scout offers friendship to people of all races, religions, and nations, and a Scout respects them even if their beliefs and customs are different.

A Scout is courteous. A Scout is polite to people of all ages and positions. A Scout understands that using good manners makes it easier for people to get along.

A Scout is kind. Scouts treat others as they want others to treat them. A Scout knows there is strength in being gentle. A Scout does not harm or kill any living thing without good reason. 

A Scout is obedient. A Scout follows the rules of the family, school, and troop. Scouts obey the laws of their communities and countries. If a Scout thinks these rules and laws are unfair, then change is sought in an orderly way.

A Scout is cheerful. A Scout looks for the bright side of life. A Scout cheerfully does assigned tasks, and tries to make others happy, too.

A Scout is thrifty. Scouts work to pay their own way and to help others. Scouts save for the future. A Scout protects and conserves natural resources, and is careful in the use of time, money, and property.

A Scout is brave. A Scout faces danger even when afraid. A Scout does the right thing even when doing the wrong thing or doing nothing would be easier. 

A Scout is clean. Scouts keep their bodies and minds fit. A Scout helps keep the home and community clean. 

A Scout is reverent. A Scout is reverent toward God. A Scout is faithful in fulfilling religious duties. A Scout respects the beliefs of others.