chivalry | n 1. (hist) kesateriaan: the Age of C~, Zaman Kesateriaan; 2. knightly characteristics, sifat-sifat kesateriaan: ~ seems to have gone out of fashion, sifat-sifat kesateriaan nampaknya sudah luput; 3. polite behaviour esp towards women, (sifat) baik dan sopan santun. | Kamus Inggeris-Melayu Dewan |
Chivalryˈʃɪv əl ri
English Definitions:
chivalry, gallantry, politesse (noun)
courtesy towards women
chivalry, knightliness (noun)
the medieval principles governing knighthood and knightly conduct
chivalry (Noun)
Cavalry; horsemen armed for battle.
chivalry (Noun)
The fact or condition of being a knight; knightly skill, prowess.
chivalry (Noun)
The ethical code of the knight prevalent in Medieval Europe, having such primary virtues as mercy towards the poor and oppressed, humility, honor, sacrifice, fear of God, faithfulness, courage and utmost graciousness and courtesy to ladies.
chivalry (Noun)
Courtesy, respect and honorable conduct between opponents in wartime.
chivalry (Noun)
Courteous behavior, especially that of men towards women.
Chivalry
Chivalry, or the chivalric code, is the traditional code of conduct associated with the medieval institution of knighthood. Chivalry arose from an idealized German custom. It was originally conceived of as an aristocratic warrior code — the term derives from the French term chevalerie, meaning horse soldiery — involving, gallantry, and individual training and service to others. Over time its meaning has been refined to emphasise more ideals such as the knightly virtues of honour, courtly love, courtesy, and less martial aspects of the tradition. The Knight's Code of Chivalry was a moral system that stated all knights should protect others who can not protect themselves, such as widows, children, and elders. All knights needed to have the strength and skills to fight wars in the Middle Ages; they not only had to be strong but they were also extremely disciplined and were expected to use their power to protect the weak and defenseless. Knights vowed to be loyal, generous, and "of noble bearing". Knights were required to tell the truth at all times and always respect the honour of women. Knights not only vowed to protect the weak but also vowed to guard the honor of all fellow knights. They always had to obey those who were placed in authority and were never allowed to refuse a challenge from an equal. Knights lived by honor and for glory. Knights were to fear God and maintain His Church. Knights always kept their faith and never turned their back on a foe. Knights despised pecuniary reward. They persevered to the end in any enterprise begun.
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