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The ideals
of Boy Scouting are spelled out in the Scout Oath, the Scout Law, the Scout
motto, and the Scout slogan. The Boy Scout measures himself against these
ideals and continually tries to improve. The goals are high, and as he
reaches for them, he has some control over what and who he becomes.
A Scout is...
TRUSTWORTHY
A Scout tells the truth. He keeps his promises. Honesty is part of his
code of conduct. People can depend on him.
LOYAL
A Scout is true to his family, Scout leaders, friends, school, and
nation.
HELPFUL
A Scout is concerned about other people. He does things willingly for
others without pay or reward.
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 other than
his own.
COURTEOUS
A Scout is polite to everyone regardless of age or position. He knows
good manners make it easier for people to get along together.
KIND
A Scout understands there is strength in being gentle. He treats others
as he wants to be treated. He does not hurt or kill harmless things
without reason.
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.
CHEERFUL
A Scout looks for the bright side of things. He cheerfully does tasks
that come his way. He tries to make others happy.
THRIFTY
A Scout works to pay his way and to help others. He saves for
unforeseen needs. He protects and conserves natural resources. He
carefully uses time and property.
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 or threaten him.
CLEAN
A Scout keeps his body and mind fit and clean. He goes around with
those who believe in living by these same ideals. He helps keep his home
and community clean.
REVERENT
A Scout is reverent toward God. He is faithful in his religious duties.
He respects the beliefs of others.
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