A
Scout is Trustworthy.
A Scout tells the
truth. He is honest, and he keeps his promises. People can depend on him.
A
Scout is Loyal.
A Scout is true to
his family, friends, Scout leaders, school, and nation.
A
Scout is Helpful.
A Scout cares 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 offers his friendship to people
of all races and nations, and respects them even if their beliefs and customs
are different from his own.
A
Scout is Courteous.
A Scout is polite
to everyone regardless of age or position. He knows that using good manners
makes it easier for people to get along.
A
Scout is Kind.
A Scout knows there
is strength in being gentle. He treats others as he wants to be treated.
Without good reason, he does not harm or kill any living thing.
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 disobeying 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
although 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 chooses the company of those who live by
high standards. 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
from page 47-54, Boy Scout Handbook, 11th Edition,
(#33105),
copyright 1998 by BSA, ISBN 0-8395-3105-2
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