Chivalry was the medieval code of behavior for [[knight]]s. It mandated loyalty to one's [[lord]] and to God, and women were to be honored as the equivalent of the [[Virgin Mary]]. The Code of chivalry not only made good warriors, but also endeavored to make knights have high morals and strong faiths. | Chivalry was the medieval code of behavior for [[knight]]s. It mandated loyalty to one's [[lord]] and to God, and women were to be honored as the equivalent of the [[Virgin Mary]]. The Code of chivalry not only made good warriors, but also endeavored to make knights have high morals and strong faiths. |