However, if one reads texts outlining the concept of chivalry, from the period in question, it is clear that knights were -supposed- to behave in a virtuous manner, and as such, those poor examples of humanity were also poor examples of knights.
The Catholic Encyclopedia has a good article on the Knights Templars. The link is below this answer, under "related links."
Like everything of humans, good and bad are relative terms. Certainly the Nazis thought themselves good. Undoubtedly, the British in India thought Ghandi a bit of a roadblock to their progress. The Knights Templar were no different. The guarded the roads but angered the church.
There were ceremonies in which Knights kissed the cross, and this often happened when they became knights.
Yes, there were knights.
Knights and Samurai
Back in the Middle Ages, it was thought that the knights represented society. Therefore, the people wanted the knights to have a good reputation.
so the knights servant can protect him from an enemy
The story of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table is set in the mythical kingdom of Camelot, which is typically portrayed as a medieval realm in Britain. Camelot is where King Arthur holds court and where the knights gather to discuss quests and chivalry.
the relationship with knights towards other member werent that good
Heath Ledger portrayed Sir William Thatcher/Sir Ulrich von Lichtenstein of Gelderland in the 2001 movie.
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running a sporting good store
Griffins can be portrayed as both good and bad.
Cal Knights Baseball has good coaching, but is very disorganized and seems to care more about getting your money then putting together a competitive team.
1. People got protection from knights 2. Lords got protection from knights in exchange for money 3. Knights got money from lords in exchange for protection
they wore good armour