![]() ![]() Some historians contend that the idea of chivalry was formulated as a means of civilizing the warrior class. Of these, I chose ten elements to focus on with my children and write about in my upcoming book. From this poem, 19 elements of the knight’s code of chivalry were showcased as the fledgling idea of knighthood took shape and force. This epic juxtaposes the story of two knights, highlighting the treacherous betrayal of one and the unyielding loyalty and bravery of the other. We see threads of these early ideals of chivalry woven throughout the French epic, Song of Roland, a song sung by troubadours all over medieval Europe. The roots of medieval chivalry date back to the time of Charlemagne. But there is purpose and direction as these knights in training, our men in the making, progress through the years of childhood.Īnd today, I am sharing with you the code of chivalry that forms the framework for my upcoming parenting book and to let you know that my publisher has moved up the release date to May 30 th!Ĭhivalry is something that has fascinated people for over 1,000 years. It has changed the way we parent and changed the way our boys have viewed these years of childhood. Six years of learning to live by the code, six years of their imagination lit by the wonder of the Middle Ages and the feats of great knights. Six years ago we posted this in our home for the first time, little knowing how much it would affect our lives. Learn them well and walk in this way.”Īnd thus began our journey into knight training. Calling all knights in training who aspire towards the lofty role of knight. I think you are ready for the chivalry challenge!”Īnd with that I revealed the code of chivalry with a grand medieval flourish and began reading with the accent of a town crier making an important announcement. Every young page would begin to learn what it means to live a chivalrous life and knights would remind one another to live up to the code. “But most importantly, you will learn how to live according to the Knights Code of Chivalry. We will read about the exciting adventures of knights and practice your sword fighting skills.”Ĭheers erupted as they started waving imaginary swords. “Yes, we are going to train to become knights. “Knight training?” came the quizzical response. “I think it is time to embark on knight training.” “I have a mission for you, a quest that only the bravest and strongest of boys can undertake.” Eyes widened as they took in this news, not one of them was even tempted to admit weakness or fear. George and the Dragon, that I only pulled out for special occasions because my mother had inscribed a special note to me in it and my boys tended to get a little rough with their books. Would it be ice-cream, an extra trip to the park, a playdate with friends, the end of naptime? Their minds were teaming with wonderful possibilities and I could see that their curiosity was piqued.Īs my three boys gathered around, I pulled out a few books, including my childhood favorite, St. I have an exciting announcement!”Īt the sound of exciting and announcement, they came running. Today, I want to take you back to the beginning, six years ago when we first embarked on this quest. Today, I unveil the official knight’s Code of Chivalry that ended up in the book and a free poster download for you as we begin the countdown to the book release at the end of May! Here is my original chivalry challenge post that inspired the book! ![]()
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