You omit the most important part: “The code of conduct for developers of the SQLite project is the 72 "instruments of good works" from the 6th century Rule of

You omit the most important part: “The code of conduct for developers of the SQLite project is the 72 "instruments of good works" from the 6th century Rule of St. Benedict, shown below. This code of conduct has proven its mettle in use by many thousands of communities for 1,500 years, and has served as a baseline for many civil law codes since the time of Charlemagne. The SQLite developers are not monks. None are able to adhere perfectly to this code of conduct. All will fall short. The goal of this code of conduct is not to describe the minimum acceptable behavior below which none transgress, but rather to describe the highest standard of behavior to which all aspire. We grant grace to one another and request forgiveness and promise to amend our ways when we stumble. This code of conduct applies to the SQLite developers only. Everyone is free to use the SQLite source code, object code, and/or documentation without having to agree with the behavioral standards outlined below. You are encouraged to follow these standards as in doing so you will live a happier, healthier, and more productive life. Nevertheless, this is a choice that you must make for yourself, and is not a precondition for using SQLite.” As further explained on the mailing list: “I have tried to make that point clear in the preface to the CoC, that we have no intention of enforcing any particular religious system on anybody, and that everyone is welcomed to participate in the community regardless of ones religious proclivities. The only requirement is that while participating in the SQLite community, your behavior not be in direct conflict with time-tested and centuries-old Christian ethics. Nobody has to adhere to a particular creed. Merely demonstrate professional behavior and all is well.” As a Founder’s Code of Ethics, I think the Code of St. Benedict works quite well. I’m happy with today’s decision.