The Scout Law is an important part of the scouting movement and serves as a set of guiding principles for scouts. The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) version of the Scout Law consists of the following 12 points:
- Trustworthy - A scout tells the truth and keeps their promises.
- Loyal - A scout is loyal to their friends, family, and country.
- Helpful - A scout is always willing to help others.
- Friendly - A scout is a friend to all and a brother/sister to other scouts.
- Courteous - A scout is polite and respectful to everyone.
- Kind - A scout treats others with kindness.
- Obedient - A scout follows the rules and obeys the laws of their country and council.
- Cheerful - A scout looks for the bright side of life and is always cheerful.
- Thrifty - A scout uses resources wisely and avoids waste.
- Brave - A scout has the courage to face difficult situations.
- Clean - A scout keeps themselves and their environment clean.
- Reverent - A scout is faithful and respects the beliefs of others.
These points are aimed at helping scouts develop good character and becoming responsible members of their communities. Different scouting organizations may have slightly different versions of the Scout Law, but they generally encompass similar values.
1 answer