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THE MENORAH PLEDGE The Menorah Pledge is said at the beginning of all Opening Rituals for meetings and ceremonies. Voted on at BBG’s first national convention in , the Menorah Pledge serves as the primary principles on which BBG was founded. All B’nai B’rith Girls should strive to embody these principles in everyday life. Citizenship / We pledge our devotion to our beloved country whose blessing we shall never take for granted. We shall guard zealously our democratic rights and shall fulfill our duties as citizens. Jewish Heritage / We have a magnificent Jewish heri- tage which has enriched the civilization of every land. We shall aim to become imbued with an understanding and love of our Jewish culture so that we may be a conscious part of the people from whom we stem. We shall always strive to live up to the ideals which are the essence of Jewish religious faith. Community Service / We recognize our responsibility to render selfless service as citizens of the community in which we live. Philanthropy / We shall always be concerned with the underprivileged and the distressed. We shall offer our help to those in need, recognizing that the ability to help others is a blessing and a responsibility. Inter-faith Relations / We represent one of the faiths that make up the diverse patterns of the world. We shall learn to understand and respect our neighbor. We shall so live as individuals and groups that we may reflect credit upon the Jewish people. 10