golden rule
The "golden rule" is a universal principle that guides ethical behavior and legal interpretation, emphasizing reciprocity and fairness.
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Definition
B2Ethics
(general)A guiding principle advising individuals to treat others as they themselves would like to be treated.
Example
- If you don't want to be interrupted, you should follow the golden rule and avoid interrupting others.
C1Law
(technical, legal)A principle of statutory interpretation allowing judges to deviate from the literal meaning of the law to avoid absurd or unjust outcomes.
Example
- The judge applied the golden rule to prevent an unreasonable interpretation of the statute.
C1Philosophy
(academic)A moral principle advocating for reciprocity and mutual respect in human interactions.
Example
- Many philosophical teachings include the golden rule as a core tenet of ethical behavior.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "golden rule":
rule of thumbplatinum ruleground rulehouse rulerule of the roadrule of law