Noble Virtues

COURAGE

I face my fear and defend my family and kindred from all dangers.

DISCIPLINE

I do what is necessary and right of my own accord without bribe or threat.

FIDELITY

I am true to family, friends, kindred and to those I pledge my services.

HONOR

I stand by my oaths and honor my ancestors by keeping my name pure among the kindred.

HOSPITALITY

I share hearth, food and drink with my friends, my kindred and the weary traveler at my door.

INDUSTRIOUSNESS

I take joy in labor, and hold nothing back in the work I pledge to do.

PERSEVERANCE

I press on against all odds until my goal is met, and the task is finished.

SELF RELIANCE

I learn skills and grow strong so that I may earn my way in the world and be no burden to others.

TRUTH

I seek the truth even though it may be a hard truth, I speak true words or stand in silence and I defend the truth from those who do not honor it.