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Line 23: + − In medieval times, the concept of '''chivalry''' was instilled in the minds of all who became knights, as part of their training. Today, the modern notion of chivalry is often ignored in western public education - false notions of [[gender equality]] are taught instead. The lack of chivalrous education in the public school system is one of many reasons why parents may prefer [[homeschooling]] for their children. (See [[Homeschooling#Reasons for Homeschooling|Homeschooling: Reasons for Homeschooling]])+
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== Chivalry and Education ==
== Chivalry and Education ==
The concept of'''chivalry''' originated from various codes of behavior that were impressed upon knights. This took the form of a codified Code of Chivalry in or about the 12th century, largely spurred on by writings of Medieval courtly literature. Medieval courtly literature glorifies the valor, tactics and ideals of ancient Romans. For example the ancient hand-book of warfare written by Vegetius called ''De Re Militari'' was translated into French in the 13th century as ''L'art de chevalerie'' by Jean de Meun. Later writers also drew from Vegetius such as Honore Bonet who wrote the 14th century ''L'arbes des batailles'', which discussed the morals and laws of war. In the 15th century Christine de Pizan combined themes from Vegetius, Bonet and Frontinus in ''Livre des faits d'armes et de chevalerie''.
Chivalric ideals were impressed upon men who were sworn as knights however it was generally understood that chivalry was an ideal of behavior that most could never adhere to fully. There are numerous documented examples of sworn knights comitting unchivalrous behavior. Today chivlarous behavior is often seen as anachronistic but appreciated when observed, many people lamenting that "chivalry is dead." It is behavior often sought in men that mirrors somewhat the historical code of chivalry that includes treating women with respect, maintaining a polite demeanor in public, and not acting out in anger or rash emotion. The idea of chivalry is not taught in any official capacity in the modern era.
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