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| | In modern terms, '''chivalry''' consists of the following behavior: | | In modern terms, '''chivalry''' consists of the following behavior: |
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| − | * treating women with flattering respect, such as holding a door or standing when a woman gets up from a table or visits it | + | * treating others with flattering respect, such as holding a door or standing when someone gets up from a table or visits it |
| − | * realizing that every respectable young woman will be someone's future wife | + | * realizing that every respectable young woman or man will be someone's future wife or husband |
| − | * refraining from degrading or profane speech in the presence of women | + | * refraining from degrading or profane speech in the presence of others, especially children |
| − | * recognizing that certain tasks should be done by men, such as taking out the garbage or carrying heavy boxes | + | * recognizing that certain tasks should be done by men, such as taking out the garbage or carrying heavy boxes, and others by women, like housework and childcare |
| − | * supporting, and treating, women graciously, and adopting a work ethic to make that possible | + | * supporting, and treating, others graciously, and adopting a work ethic to make that possible |
| | * honesty and [[fidelity]] in business dealings | | * honesty and [[fidelity]] in business dealings |
| | * avoiding of [[gossip]] | | * avoiding of [[gossip]] |