I always try to do unto others as I would have them do unto me.
do unto others as you would have them do unto you
idiomTreat people fairly. Also known as "The Golden Rule"
Origin
The Golden Rule, from the Bible (Matthew 7:12 and Luke 6:31); parallel maxims exist in many ancient traditions.
When you are tempted to be rude to a waiter, remember to do unto others as you would have them do unto you.
The philosopher argued that a peaceful society is only possible if every citizen commits to the principle of doing unto others as they would have them do unto themselves.
Last updated June 7, 2026