Back in the days of old <br />when knights were bold <br />who with a sword or lance <br />in armour sought romance. <br /> <br />It was the age of chivalry <br />long ago in man’s history <br />when to fight for a righteous cause <br />one did gain considerable applause. <br /> <br />It was mainly for show, love and glory <br />they deemed themselves being worthy <br />to capture the heart of some fair maiden <br />which was the most desired prize laden. <br /> <br />Oh, they would strike heavy blows <br />on all of their opponents and foes <br />in a one to one combat defying death <br />as crowds watched with abated breath. <br /> <br />Yes, it was far back in those days of yore <br />that courage and strength came to the fore <br />where there was this life and death struggle; <br />such issues at hand the knights would juggle. <br /> <br />And in fighting for their country, faith and king <br />noble impressions on people’s minds would ring <br />that even through the ages are held in high esteem <br />those knights in shinning armour do now all seem. <br /> <br />There are many legends based on their heroic exploits <br />a legacy of tales which have been told with much adroit <br />highlighting aspects of human wisdom related to virtue and vice <br />and the lessons to be learnt are those of goodness and sacrifice. <br /> <br />History usually repeats itself time and again <br />as it often happens a situation comes when <br />we’re asked to do something for a just cause <br />and acting with chivalry we shouldn’t pause.<br /><br />George Krokos<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/the-age-of-chivalry/
