What was the age of chivalry?

Answer 1

The practice of chivalry began in about the sixth century. It was mentioned in the Song of Roland and was important through the middle ages as applying to knights. By the twelfth century, it had acquired a code of ethics including mercy, ethics, honor, charity, and protection of the poor and helpless. The age of the mounted knight began a decline in the fourteenth century and was pretty much over by the end of the sixteenth.

Answer 2

Chivalry was the code of honour of the medieval aristocracy and the knights. The word is derived from Cheval, the French for horse. This aristocracy was a mounted warrior class. The code of honour included fairness in combat, hospitality and good treatment of aristocrats captured in war and being polite to women.

Answer 3

Chivalry is a term relating to the medieval institution of knighthood. It is usually associated with ideals of knightly virtues, honor and courtly love. Today, the terms chivalryand chivalrous are used to describe courteous behavior, especially that of men towards women. The term originated in France in the late 10th century; based on the words for "knight" (French: chevalier). Between the 11th century and 15th centuries Medieval writers often used the word chivalry, but its definition was never consistent among authors, and its meaning would change on a regional basis, and even over time. Further, its modern meanings are different from its medieval meanings. Thus, the exact meaning of chivalry changes depending on the writer, the time period, and the region; so a comprehensive definition of the term is elusive.

Answer 4

Chivalry started in the 12th century and went through into the 13th century.

Answer 5

The order of the samurai in imperial china, however it was called bushido.