The Enduring Spirit of Chivalry

Explore the enduring ideals of knighthood and chivalry through these powerful quotes, from historical figures to modern-day heroes, reflecting courage, honor, and moral strength.

⊙ Quote of the day: The Unassuming Knight- Sean Connery on His Knighthood

The knighthood I received was a fantastic honor but it’s not something I’ve ever used and I don’t think I ever will.

- Sir Sean Connery -

This quote is attributed to Sir Sean Connery upon receiving his knighthood from the Queen of England in 2000. It expresses his feelings about this honor. The quote shows Sir Sean Connery’s humility as someone who values an honorary position or title but does not rely on or overuse it. It reflects his belief that, while he is clearly delighted to be honored, he has no intention of using the title to show off or take personal advantage.

⊙ Knights and Honor: Famous Quotes on Chivalry and Valor

The concepts of chivalry and knighthood have captured the human imagination for centuries. From the tales of medieval knights to modern-day honors, these ideals have evolved and endured. This collection of quotes explores the various facets of chivalry and knighthood, from the moral code of the medieval knight to the modern-day recognition of exceptional service. Through these words, we can delve into the enduring appeal of these concepts and their relevance in today's world.

• This Wallace, he doesn’t even have a knighthood, but he fights with passion and he inspires.  - Robert the Bruce

• No more chivalry. Now we fight like wolves! - Outlaw King

• Be without fear in the face of your enemies. Be brave and upright that God may love thee. Speak the truth always, even if it leads to your death. Safeguard the helpless and do no wrong ... that is your oath. -The Knight’s Oath : Kingdom Of Heaven

• More than a code of manners in war and love, Chivalry was a moral system, governing the whole of noble life. - Barbara Tuchman

• Knighthood lies above eternity; it doesn’t live off fame, but rather deeds. -Dejan Stojanovic, The Sun Watches the Sun 

• All Knights must bleed. Blood is the seal of our devotion. - George R.R. Martin : The Hedge Knight

• Every person who is offered a knighthood has the opportunity to say yes or no. You get a letter from the Prime Minister saying you've been recommended for a knighthood and there are two little boxes, one says yes, one says no. - Derek Jacobi

• I turned down a knighthood. It would be like having to wear a suit every day of your life. - Alan Bennett

• I feel like Ive been engaged to the British Empire since 1980 and tonight you have given me the ring knighthood. - Steven Spielberg

• I never accepted a knighthood because to me, is honour enough? - George Bernard Shaw

• I'm glad a genre writer has got a knighthood, but stunned that it was me. - Terry Pratchett

• The sword was a very elegant weapon in the days of the samurai. You had honor and chivalry much like the knights, and yet it was a gruesome and horrific weapon. -Dustin Diamond

• The age of chivalry is past. Bores have succeeded to dragons. - Charles Dickens

• Some say that the age of chivalry is past, that the spirit of romance is dead. The age of chivalry is never past, so long as there is a wrong left unredressed on earth. - Charles Kingsley

• The motto of chivalry is also the motto of wisdom; to serve all, but love only one. - Honore de Balzac

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