'''Chivalry''' is a code of respectful behavior toward others, including sportsmanship. It originated during the [[feudal]] [[Middle Ages]] among [[knight]]s, mandating loyalty to one's [[lord]] and to [[God]], and a manly respect for women as inspired by the [[Virgin Mary]]. The code of chivalry created strong warriors among knights while endowing them with morals and [[faith]]. The word chivalry comes from the French word for "knight", ''chevalier''. The popular game of [[chess]] is based on chivalry. | '''Chivalry''' is a code of respectful behavior toward others, including sportsmanship. It originated during the [[feudal]] [[Middle Ages]] among [[knight]]s, mandating loyalty to one's [[lord]] and to [[God]], and a manly respect for women as inspired by the [[Virgin Mary]]. The code of chivalry created strong warriors among knights while endowing them with morals and [[faith]]. The word chivalry comes from the French word for "knight", ''chevalier''. The popular game of [[chess]] is based on chivalry. |