Buddhism
The Metta Sutta encourages goodwill without limiting it to friends or people who are useful to us. It also connects this disposition with honest, gentle behaviour.
How do traditions approach honest conduct?
Truthful speech and responsible conduct.
Shared themes do not mean identical beliefs. Read each teaching in its own religious context.
4 source-linked excerpts from 4 traditions: Buddhism, Islam, Sikhism, Jainism. These counts describe this selection, not every tradition.
Islam
The Quran describes righteousness through both belief and action, including sharing cherished wealth, keeping promises, prayer, and patience. Generosity is therefore part of a broader moral life.
Sikhism
A common introduction to Sikh practice brings together remembrance of God, honest work and sharing. The familiar terms have several English spellings.
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Jainism
Jain vows connect care with truthfulness, non-stealing, sexual restraint and non-attachment. Monastic commitments are more comprehensive than household commitments. In lay life, responsibility can include fidelity and limits on consumption rather than complete withdrawal from family life.