The greater the degree of cooperation among Brothers and Candidates, jointly and severally, the closer the Brotherhood, hence the better the Chapter. Brotherhood means family. All the above can be synthesized into a single philosophic concept - family. In a close family, each member has a very special responsibility to and for each other. Selflessness is central to family relationships.
Sportsmanship exemplifies the fairness which family members extend to each other.
Honesty and truthfulness are basic constants among close family members who believe in one another. Reliability provides the reassurance that gives family members confidence in one another. Trustworthiness is the very foundation of family reliance upon one another. Respect describes the affection family members have for each other. Genuine friendship is synonymous with Brotherhood, while true Brotherhood is synonymous with family.