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Chivalry. A Knightly Code of Honor. The period of knighthood is also referred to as the age of chivalry . From the French word “chevalier” which means “horseman.” Term also refers to the strict moral code of knights. Rule #1. Believe in the church and obey her teaching. Rule #2.
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Chivalry A Knightly Code of Honor
The period of knighthood is also referred to as the age of chivalry. • From the French word “chevalier” which means “horseman.” • Term also refers to the strict moral code of knights
Rule #1 • Believe in the church and obey her teaching.
Rule #2 • Always obey your feudal overlord so long as those duties do not conflict with the duties of God.
Rule #3 • Respect and pity the weak and be steadfast in defending them.
Rule #4 • Love your country.
Rule #5 • Refuse to retreat before the enemy.
Rule #6 • Be courteous toward women.
Rule #7 • Be loyal to truth and the pledged word.
Rule #8 • Be generous in giving.
Rule #9 • Champion the right and good in every place and at all times against the forces of evil.