What is the first section of the national pledge?

What is the first section of the national pledge?

• A. I do solemnly pledge myself to all the ideals, purposes, and true meaning of the word 'Friendship' as embodied in the name 'LINKS.'
• B. I shall earnestly endeavor to uphold these standards and do my share toward serving my community and my Chapter to the best of my ability, And this I promise.
• C. I pledge to uphold friendship and service without limitation.
• D. I pledge to work toward personal advancement.

Answer: (A)

The opening of the national pledge is a firm commitment to friendship. It states, “I do solemnly pledge myself to all the ideals, purposes, and true meaning of the word ‘Friendship’ as embodied in the name ‘LINKS.’” This starts the pledge by establishing friendship as the foundation and guiding principle of the organization, tying the member’s loyalty to the meaning behind the name LINKS. The other ideas—upholding standards, serving the community, and personal advancement—are important themes that appear later, but they don’t come first.

The opening of the national pledge is a firm commitment to friendship. It states, “I do solemnly pledge myself to all the ideals, purposes, and true meaning of the word ‘Friendship’ as embodied in the name ‘LINKS.’” This starts the pledge by establishing friendship as the foundation and guiding principle of the organization, tying the member’s loyalty to the meaning behind the name LINKS. The other ideas—upholding standards, serving the community, and personal advancement—are important themes that appear later, but they don’t come first.