Both Uses of
chivalry
in
The Ramayana
- I mark tree-high upon his car His flagstaff of the Kovidár,(376) I see his glittering banner glance, I see his chivalry advance: I see his eager warriors shine On elephants in lengthened line.†
Book 2 *
- Now in kings' hearts ambition glows: They rush to battle with their foes;(633) But in Sugríva's sloth I see No care for deeds of chivalry.†
Book 4
Definition:
the medieval principles governing knighthood and knightly conduct such as honor, kindness, bravery, and protection of the weak
or:
courtesy -- especially of men towards women
or:
courtesy -- especially of men towards women