the golden rule
idiomPart ofgolden
the golden rule — idiom
1. the principle that you should treat other people the way you would like them to
1.idiom
Definition
the principle that you should treat other people the way you would like them to treat you.
Example
Greta's grandmother taught her the golden rule: treat others how you wish to be treated.
Many religions share a version of the golden rule in their teachings.