Chivalry In The Middle Ages Research Paper

Chelsea Berganos

Ms. Faulhaber & Mr. Kleinschmidt

World History

April 18., 2016

Chivalry in the Middle Ages

The popularity of the chivalric culture dates back in Europe to the late Middle Ages and into the Renaissance. Chivalry was a simple code insisting preoccupation in honorable ethics and behavior expected from knights. Typically from a young age is when a boy is raised with a courtesy book by their parents. A courtesy book was set guidance in a time of change and adapting to different lifestyles. The manners acquired the upperclass and roles of society, age, and gender. A knight was anticipated to show honor to his foundation, showcase reliability, courage, and other expected qualities. At once, the culture began to be progress and define social codes and conventions. Different mannerisms defined and categorized the social classes, although outliers could have been present. The ideals and values of a knight came from a variety of sources. In the late Middle Ages and into Renaissance, society was controlled by codes of conduct that defined their social

However, I still say that chivalry was a big part of the Middle Ages. It was a lifestyle guiding men to a higher social level in protecting his family and faith with the military traits enforced by chivalry.

Chivalry was a way of life that helped a knight stay connected with his faith and family. In many ways, the qualities that it teached a male, benefited him by opening opportunities because of his skills. He honored his family, carrying their name, background, and wealth. A knight was expected to stay true to his faith and to protect his church and lord. To do all of these things, military obligations helped him do so. I believe that although chivalry evolved through the years and doesn't have the same obligations towards men in modern days, it protected society and created a strong title for