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Scout Oath Meaning
What the Scout Oath Means
ON MY HONOR ... Saying “On my honor” is like saying “I promise.” I WILL DO MY BEST ... This means that you will do your best to do what the Scout Oath says.
TO DO MY DUTY ... A duty is something you are expected to do. At home, you might be expected to make up your bed or take out the trash. You also have duties to God and to your country.
TO GOD ... You do your duty to God by following the teachings of your family and religious leaders.
AND MY COUNTRY ... You do your duty to your country by being a good citizen and obeying the law.
AND TO OBEY THE SCOUT LAW; ... You also promise to live by the 12 points of the Scout Law, which are described on the next page.
TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE AT ALL TIMES; ... Many people need help. A friendly smile and a helping hand make life easier for others. By helping other people, you are doing a Good Turn and making our world a better place.
TO KEEP MYSELF PHYSICALLY STRONG, ... This part of the Scout Oath is about taking care of yourself. You stay physically strong when you eat the right foods and get plenty of exercise.
MENTALLY AWAKE, ... You stay mentally awake when you work hard in school, learn all you can, and ask questions.
AND MORALLY STRAIGHT. You stay morally straight when you do the right thing and live your life with honesty.
Scout Law Meaning
The Scout Law has 12 points.
Each one is a goal you should do your best to achieve.
A Scout is TRUSTWORTHY. Tell the truth and keep your promises. People can depend on you.
A Scout is LOYAL. Be true to your family, friends, Scout leaders, school, and country.
A Scout is HELPFUL. Volunteer to help others without expecting a reward.
A Scout is FRIENDLY. Be a friend to everyone, even people who are very different from you.
A Scout is COURTEOUS. Be polite to everyone and always use good manners.
A Scout is KIND. Treat others as you want to be treated. Never harm or kill any living thing without good reason.
A Scout is OBEDIENT. Follow the rules of your family, school, and pack. Obey the laws of your community and country.
A Scout is CHEERFUL. Look for the bright side of life. Cheerfully do tasks that come your way. Try to help others be happy.
A Scout is THRIFTY. Work to pay your own way. Try not to be wasteful. Use time, food, supplies, and natural resources wisely.
A Scout is BRAVE. Face difficult situations even when you feel afraid. Do what you think is right despite what others might be doing or saying.
A Scout is CLEAN. Keep your body and mind fit. Help keep your home and community clean.
A Scout is REVERENT. Be reverent toward God. Be faithful in your religious duties. Respect the beliefs of others.
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