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Scout
Promises
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This site was last updated
02/27/05
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Boy Scout Oath, Law,
Motto, and Slogan
Scout Oath (or
Promise)
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On my honor I will do my best
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To do my duty to God and my
country
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and to obey the Scout Law;
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To help other people at all
times;
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To keep myself physically
strong,
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mentally awake, and morally
straight.
Scout Law
- TRUSTWORTHY
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A Scout tells the
truth. He keeps his promises. Honesty is part of his code of
conduct. People can depend on him.
- LOYAL
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A Scout is true to
his family, Scout leaders, friends, school, and nation.
- HELPFUL
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A Scout is concerned
about other people. He does things willingly for others without
pay or reward.
- FRIENDLY
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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
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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
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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
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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
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A Scout looks for
the bright side of things. He cheerfully does tasks that come
his way. He tries to make others happy.
- THRIFTY
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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
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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
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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
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A Scout is reverent
toward God. He is faithful in his religious duties. He respects
the beliefs of others.
Scout Motto
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Be Prepared
Scout Slogan
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Do a Good Turn Daily
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