Shared Moral Codes Across Major World Religions and Humanism

🌍 We know how we differ from one another. What traditions do we have that are the same?

Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Jainism, Zoroastrianism, Baháʼí Faith, Taoism, Confucianism, Shinto, Humanism.

🟨 The Golden Rule

“Treat others as you wish to be treated.” This timeless principle appears in nearly every major religion/tradition:

Christianity: “Do to others as you would have them do to you.”
Islam: “Wish for others what you wish for yourself.”
Judaism: “What is hateful to you, do not do to your neighbor.”
Hinduism: “Do not do to others what would cause pain to you.”
Buddhism: “Treat not others in ways you would find hurtful.”
Sikhism: “No one is my enemy, no one is a stranger.”
Jainism: “Treat all beings as you would be treated.”
Zoroastrianism: “Do not do unto others what is injurious to yourself.”
Baháʼí Faith: “Prefer your brother before yourself.”
Taoism: “Regard your neighbor’s gain as your own gain.”
Confucianism: “Do not impose on others what you do not wish for yourself.”
Shinto: Emphasizes harmony and respect for others.
Humanism: “Treat others as you would want to be treated”—based on empathy and reason.

Principle	Shared Expression Across Traditions
💛 Compassion & Kindness	Care for others, promote empathy, and serve humanity.
⚖️ Justice & Fairness	Uphold equity, oppose oppression, and act with integrity.
🕊️ Forgiveness & Mercy	Encourage reconciliation and understanding.
🧭 Truthfulness & Integrity	Value honesty, sincerity, and transparency.
🌱 Respect for Life	Protect and honor all living beings.
🙇 Humility & Selflessness	Practice modesty and serve others without ego.
📌 Responsibility & Duty	Fulfill moral obligations and contribute to the common good.
☯️ Inner Peace & Harmony	Seek balance through mindfulness, prayer, or reflection.

Peace