Lately, I have beening asking myself, "Is the act of chivalry dead?" I ask myself this because I have looked up the knight code of chivalry and thought about how they would be different for today's society. To sum up how I view chivarly, it is:
- To respect the honor of women
- At all times to speak the truth
- To obey those placed in authority
- And to be able to take charge when needed
I ask this question because I read in the news about how women live everyday in an abuvise relationship. When did men because abusive? We hear about the knights code of honor and chivalry in history class. Why is it history? Shouldn't we still be teaching young children the code as a way of life? I find it irritating when I hear the stories about these abuvise men. I have lived as a man as integrity. However, because of these stories and being a male, I have been viewed as abusive, untrustworthy, and avoided. I don't think anyone should be judged before they are given a chance to share about themselves.
So I would like to offer a few suggestions. Men, if you live by a code of honor, keep it up. If not, look in a mirror and tell yourself that you want to change and change what needs to be changed. Women, if you are with a man of honor, don't try to change him. If not, tell him he needs to change or leave him because you deserve better.
I agree with most of this post, great job. i only wish more people thought like you
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