These 12 virtues were the basis of the knightly code of conduct. It was aimed at others, not at making yourself look good. I think it's so interesting that they chose these!
1) Trustworthy | Integritas: a man's word is his bond. Words matter. You mean what you say.
2) Loyal | Fidelitas: you stand by a friend even if they are wrong, even when you don't feel like it.
3) Helpful | Succurrere: be proactive about having resources and skills so that, if and when a need comes, you can pitch in.
4) Friendly | Benevolus: go out of your way to make others feel welcome. It's not about you, it's aimed at them.
5) Courteous | Urbanus: be aware of your surroundings. Do seemingly trivial things for someone else if they matter to that person.
6) Kind | Benignus: "celebrate others."
7) Obedient | Referre: there is an objective standard outside of you as an individual.
8) Cheerful | Hilaris: live in the light of knowing God is in control. Things are okay when they don't appear to be.
9) Thrifty | Frugalis: make most of your time, resources, money, and talent. Don't squander it.
10) Brave | Fortitudo: move forward, even if you fear to do what is right.
11) Clean | Abolere: well, you know.
12) Reverent | Sanctus: admire what is good.
2 comments:
Where is this from? Brilliant!
My classical history professor from high school! Was looking through old lectures. Sigh. He was the beeesssstttt.
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