The Golden RuleThe "Golden Rule" exists in almost all religions and spiritual traditions in some form or another. Religions attempt to supply a guide for human behavior, knowing that humans aren't perfect and are apt to act in unkind, ignorant or evil ways sometimes.

Assignment: Read each "Golden Rule" below and compare and contrast the wording. How similar is the advice? What is different? Which version(s) "speak" in a compelling way to you? Why?

From IslamNone of you is a believer until you love for your neighbor what you love for yourself.

From BuddhismHurt not others in ways that you yourself would find hurtful.

From HinduismThis is the sum of all duty: do nothing to others which, if it were done to you, would cause you pain.

From JudaismWhat is hateful to you, do not do to others.

From ChristianityDo unto others as you would have them do unto you.