Chivalry: A Four Part Harmony

Ok, a good friend of mine asked me a few days ago to write something on the subject of Chivalry. Immediately I felt overwhelmed. I was filled with thoughts of, Could I really be such a big influence on the subject. Why would my input or rather my interpretation be more valid than any other. So Before I Could allow myself to say no, I seized the day and Agreed. Now I have been submerged in a sea full of information. Where do I start? And then as I asked my father how i would tackled such a request he responded, "Make it a harmony, build from the bottom. The Baritone Boogey!" And so.. This is where i Begin...

*The Baritone Boogey* (Foundation)

Let's start with a somewhat generalized retelling of it's History. As many know, Chivalry has one main point of reference that is easily noted by all. This point in history is known as the Middle Ages, Medieval Times. Knighthood is generally it's prime association. However, i would like to make this more broad, so that it may reach a bit further than that. I want it to be taken more personally.
The Idea of Chivalry is easiest understood as a code of ethics introduced by EVERY civilization from the dawn of time. This code is noted by the term and social station of The Gentry. The Gentry is an elevated class of persons who are so elevated because of either lineage, value to the social ruler (i.e. Monarch, President, Chief etc.), Or appointment by majority society (i.e. Statesman). Now the code between these groups would have to be something that required poise, respect, and a certain level dexterity. This in itself is the rough idea of Chivalry. Every religion, Career, and Government has a method that derives from this framework.
*Now There's your Baseline*

*Tenor: Let Me SET the Mood RIGHT*

Now, if you've read to this point, then you're probably wondering... "Yea..so?" But hear me out. Now were gonna just dive in, burn some highway...dig?

So what does this have to do with you? Well, let's modernize this ideal. Why is it so hard for our generation to adopt such an ideal? There will be many things said here. "I didn't grow up with a father to teach me..."," I didn't have a good mother", ". Now I am not the one to downplay or degenerate anyone or their story. However, it is my Duty as a Gentleman to bring these people back to a sense of reality. Excuses are only meant to justify something the general public has no care or desire for. Your background does not limit you in any aspect of your life. If you want to hurt, abuse, destroy and live for yourself. Then become an astronaut and kindly stay on the moon. The principle is simply How would you like to be treated? Rather How would you like your son, your daughter, your Hero to be treated. A gentleman is a Rational anomaly. Modern day Hero. But before I get too poetic. Just know that everyone has the capacity to be Civil, and in turn, Gentleman and Lady.

*Soprano- Fall in Love with the MELODY*

Now, imagine...A world were everyone is coagulating...well meshed...working in unison. A well oiled machine. This is what can make anything better. Being civil can immediately destroy any negativity presented in any situation. How many times have you gone to the store and the clerk violently drops your change on the counter and brushes you along. Instead of allowing that negativity to pass to you, Simply say "have a wonderful day ma'am/sir" That negative energy immediately turns positive and the day for everyone will improve.

Every women in the world promotes and boasts the death of chivalry. And Many men weep or agree in the midst of this heresy. So who will stand against this propaganda slurring the existence of Me and quite notably...YOU? Every man believes they ca change the world. I truly know and believe every man has the ability to change this thought. Why is there such an overwhelming desire for gang related, un educated, frivolous men? Flaunting their entire worth on their person? These desires are passed down by previous generations. The problem is not in the passing, but they never pass the warnings. So countless people follow these trends, and when they finally fall prey or victim to them, they blame the non-existence of a proper ideal. Fear not... nothing ever dies...so long as we believe.

*Alto*- Irrepressible Sound

Now, the sharp uncensored and merciless blade of truth. Chivalry is Unfortunately as it once was...DEAD. However as all things, it has risen as a phoenix, never to be as it once was. Chivalry is only the beginning to a new set of ethics, morals, and beliefs. We are constantly molding this idea into what will fit into the mold of our lives. Some will see a more classical mold, while others will have innovative and new ways of showing this. Instead of courting a spouse, we may forge a new ritual. But as all things, we must first embrace what has been set into history. We cannot erase the past, we can only stand as a contrast.

Live as a PILLAR of the EARTH...be outstanding in all that you may do, and if you fall because of it, you will only fall into the arms of adoration. We must learn as men AND women, to uphold remind, re-teach, redefine a custom that is marked as a staple in human existence.

Now I'm not saying to men that they should hold every door, bow to every women. Nor am I saying you will be just in all of your actions. I mean as benjamin franklin meant it; "Strive to be morally good." This means we must learn that our actions will be inflicted back onto us, we must be aware of how we dispose of our feelings, thoughts, and actions. It matters not if you have someone to tell you something is good or bad. We already socially what is right and wrong. Treat Your women with the respect you have for yourself, or that what you wish others to treat you. Women, i charge you with the same. Unity is Utopia.... Only together can we live in this Harmony...Chivalrously.