FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

  SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

  THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business and community life;

  FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.