1. Cultural Values, Chivalry, & Knighthood Notes

2. Cultural Values
Commonly held standards of what is acceptable or unacceptable, important or unimportant, right or wrong, workable or unworkable, etc. in a community or society.

3. Chivalry noun, plural -ries
the sum of the ideal qualifications of a knight,
including courtesy, generosity, valor, and dexterity
in arms.
2. the rules and customs of medieval knighthood.
3. the medieval system or institution of knighthood.
4. gallant warriors or gentlemen: fair ladies and noble chivalry.
5. Archaic . a chivalrous act; gallant deed.
(archaic means marked by the characteristics of an earlier period)

4. The Knights Code of Chilvary and the Vows of Knighthood
To fear God and maintain His Church
To serve the liege lord in valor and faith
To protect the weak and defenseless
To give succor to widows and orphans
To refrain from the wanton giving of offence
To live by honor and for glory
To despise pecuniary reward
To fight for the welfare of all
To obey those placed in authority
To guard the honor of fellow knights
To eschew unfairness, meanness and deceit
To keep faith
At all times to speak the truth
To persevere to the end in any enterprise begun
To respect the honor of women
Never to refuse a challenge from an equal
Never to turn the back upon a foe

5. Knight’s Code of Chilvary described by the Duke of Burgandy
Faith
Charity
Justice
Sagacity- acuteness of mental discernment and soundness of judgment.
Prudence- caution with regard to practical matters; discretion
Temperance- moderation or self-restraint in action, statement, etc.; self-control.
Resolution-
Truth
Liberality- the quality or condition of being liberal in giving; generosity; bounty.
Diligence
Hope
Valor- boldness or determination in facing great danger, especially in battle; heroic courage; bravery

6. Legends
A story about heroes or heroines that is handed down from the past. Legends are often based on real people and events. However, as the stories pass through generations, the characters, setting, objects, and events become less factual and more imaginary.

7. A legend has several characteristics…
It tells about a hero or heroine who may have unusual powers.
It focuses on the hero or heroine’s struggle to defeat a powerful force.
It highlights a positive quality or way of behaving.

8. King Arthur Legend
Probably based on a real-life chieftain who lived in Britain around A.D In the course of many retellings, the setting of the legend changed to the time of knights 900 years later. The character of King Arthur displayed heroic traits such as courage, honor, and fairness that made him a model for others to follow. He has special powers that helped him over come enemies and difficult challenges.