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.
Scout Law:
A Scout is:
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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.
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Loyal - A Scout is true to his
family, friends, Scout leaders, school, nation, and world community.
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Helpful - A Scout is concerned
about other people. He willingly volunteers to help others without
expecting payment or reward.
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Friendly - A Scout is a friend
to all. He is a brother to pther Scouts. He seeks to understand
others. He respects others with ideas and customs that are different
than his own.
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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.
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Kind - A Scout understands there
is strength in being gentle. He treats others as he wants to be treated.
He does not harm or kill anything without reason.
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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.
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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 and to help others. He saves for the future. He protects
and conserves natural resources. He carefully uses time and property.
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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.
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Clean - A Scout keeps his body
and mind fit and clean. He goes around with those who believe in
living in these same ideals. He helps keep his hoem and community
clean.
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Reverent - A Scout is reverent
toward God. He is faithful in his religious duties. He respects
the beliefs of others.
Last Updated: August
25, 1998
Copyright © 1999.
These pages created and maintained by Rob
J. Rosamond.