2006-08-16 07:39:05 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Royalty
I believe in good manners, opening doors for ladies, pulling out chairs, walking a lady to her door and generally having a chivalrous demeanor. Am I old fashioned or just in a minority?
2006-08-16 07:51:28 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Chivalry:
n. pl. chiv·al·ries
The medieval system, principles, and customs of knighthood.
The qualities idealized by knighthood, such as bravery, courtesy, honor, and gallantry toward women.
courtesy towards women [syn: gallantry, politesse
That being said, I do believe in Chivalry. I try to practice it as often as I can. However, as the guy whos avatar is El Che, I do believe that if a woman doesn't treat you with respect, or is rude, then she probably doesn't deserve someone to be chivalrous either.
2006-08-16 09:22:03 · answer #2 · answered by Ragriav 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
absolutely,
gentlemanly conduct is a noble character trait..
nothing wrong with bravery, courtesy, honor, and gallantry toward women... IMO a little more chivalry and this world would be a better place..
On an aside, on a recent trip to Japan - my "chivalry" was very much a giggle and blush inducing anomoly.. holding doors open, offering to help, etc.. women were incredulous that a man would act in such a way - I was perceived as one heck of a gallant guy let me tell you!
2006-08-16 07:51:46 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really depends on the woman. I think chivalrous behavior is warranted only when a woman behaves like a lady in the classical sense. Women who belch like the guys, curse like a sailor, behave like floozies, and have the mannerisms of a Neanderthal don’t deserve genteel behavior from men. Those who ask for it are promoting a double standard. If you want men to behave as in the days of old, you must behave in the traditional sense as well. A crude and abrasive woman, the type that are now the majority in this new feminist world, have no right to ask for men to behave in a chivalrous manner.
2006-08-16 07:50:52 · answer #4 · answered by Lawrence Louis 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely, Miss Candy, Ma'am.
2006-08-16 07:44:22 · answer #5 · answered by longhair140 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, it was a system worked out by violent thugs who had nothing better to do when they weren't killing people. I believe in kindness and consideration to everyone without exception.
2006-08-16 09:41:07 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Without a doubt.
2006-08-16 09:01:35 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, ma'am.
I gave up my seat to a woman in a meeting just this morning.
2006-08-16 07:46:45 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, and to me it isnt about strength its about respect since women do so much for mankind
2006-08-16 07:44:40 · answer #9 · answered by R R 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes.
2006-08-16 07:43:42 · answer #10 · answered by Scott M 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋