Scout
OATH
TROOP 73 CODE OF CONDUCT
All Scouts are required to demonstrate Scout spirit by living the Scout Oath and Scout Law in everyday life.
THE 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.
THE SCOUT LAW
A scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly,
courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave,
clean, and reverent.
THE SCOUT OATH AND LAW FURTHER DEFINED
THE MEANING OF THE SCOUT OATH
"On my honor"
That's like saying "I promise." It also means you are the kind of person who
always tries to do what is right and you can be trusted to keep this promise. No
one can take your honor from you, but you can throw it away by breaking your
promise and doing what you know is wrong. Notice that the Scout Oath has three
basic parts, Let’s look at what they mean.
"to do my duty to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law"
Your family and religious leaders teach you to know and serve God. By following
these teachings, you do your duty to God.
Men and women of the past worked to make America great, and many gave their
lives for their country. By being a good family member and a good citizen, by
working for your country's good and obeying its laws, you do your duty to your
country.
Obeying the Scout Law means living by its 12 points. The Scout Law is further
defined below.
"to help other people at all times"
Many people need help. A cheery smile and a helping hand will make life easier
for others. By doing a good turn daily and helping when you're needed, you prove
yourself a Scout and do your part to make this a better world.
"to keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight"
Keeping yourself physically strong means taking good care of your body. Eat the
right foods and build your strength.
Staying mentally awake means learn all you can, be curious, and ask questions.
Being morally straight means to live your life with honesty, to be clean in your
speech and actions, and to be a person of strong character.
THE MEANING OF THE SCOUT LAW
"A Scout is Trustworthy"
A Scout tells the truth and keeps his promises. Honesty is part of his code of
conduct. People can can depend on him.
"A Scout is Loyal"
A Scout is true to his family, friends, Scout leaders, school, nation, and the
community of the world.
"A Scout is Helpful"
A Scout is concerned about other people. He willingly helps others without pay
or other reward.
"A Scout is Friendly"
A Scout is polite to everyone. He knows that good manners make it easier for
people to get along together.
"A Scout is Courteous"
A Scout is polite to everyone. He knows that good manners make it easier for
people to get along together.
"A Scout is Kind"
A Scout understands that there is strength in being gentle. He treats others as
he wants to be treated. He is never cruel to living things.
"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 some rules and laws are unfair, he tries
to change them in an orderly manner, rather than disobeying them
"A Scout is Cheerful"
A Scout looks for the bright side of things. He cheerfully does tasks that come
his way. He tries to make others happy.
"A Scout is 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.
"A Scout is 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.
"A Scout is clean"
A Scout keeps his body and mind fit and clean. He admires those who believe in
living by these same ideals. 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.