This morning I read a blog that had a profound impact on
me. It discussed Chivalry and that many
men, and women alike, find that chivalry is out of style. Please take a moment and read it yourself:
The article made a few good points about chivalry. First, what is chivalry? Well, chivalry provides a sort of code of
conduct for gentlemanly behavior. It’s a
male code of conduct of sorts. Of course
this is no longer the medieval times and chivalry has had to evolve, but it
still has an influence and basic tenants for male behavior toward women.
Today, chivalry is about certain ethical standards that
foster the development of manhood which include truth, loyalty, courteousness
to others, helping women, defenders of the weak, and supporters of
justice. It’s not just about
pleasantries and being polite. Chivalry
is about knowing the man is stronger and understanding his strength and
supporting role in society.
Authors Note: I’m
writing this article from the female perspective and not necessarily as a weak
person that needs defended.
Just like the author wrote, chivalry is not about the
subjugation of women or being dominant.
To subjugate women and be dominant just because you are physically able
to do so is domineering, and that is not being honorable. As much as every feminist wants to argue,
women are not equal with men. We are
physically the weaker sex and mothers to the next generation. We, as women, are
meant to be meek. We should be humble,
righteous, and patient. It doesn’t
necessarily mean be submissive to men, but we should respect the differences
between our genders.
Men should be using their strength to honor and protect
women. Being chivalrous shows women that
they are not going to be hurt, but rather protected. Both sides show humility and service to each
other. It’s a full circle between men
and women being in service to one another.
Women service men in supportive roles and men service woman as their
protectors and guardians in return.
These beliefs are taken for granted and lost in our
generation. Apathy has taken hold and
men have become lazy and self-centered. It’s
no wonder this occurred since the feministic movement of our previous
generations taught men that we should be treated as equals. Both sides of the spectrum, men and women,
have forgotten the values of chivalry and we have done a very poor job of
passing down this belief system. Parents
no longer teach their boys what it means to be chivalrous and girls are taught
to be equals among men. We have fallen
out of practice to be decent to one another and society is suffering
Ladies, when a man holds a door open for you or offers to
carry your bags, he’s most likely trying to be humble and caring and showing
valor. He’s not always out to get into
your skirt. Men, practice chivalry
whenever you can and be truthful, honorable participants in society. Don’t be douchebags, but that also goes for
women too. It’s not that hard. Feminism had an important role in the
development of our society but it is now time to accept that we have taken it a
little too far.
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