11/30/2023 0 Comments Medieval oath of loyalty![]() ![]() During peacetime, knights managed their estates, dispensed justice, trained for battle and participated in tournaments. They led foot soldiers and archers into battle, much like modern officers do with enlisted men. In times of war, knights were called to arms by their lords or by the king. They could also bear arms inside a church because they were defenders of God and the church. ![]() During feasts, banquets and dinners, knights had places at the high table, where lords and royals ate. They - and their horses - could wear armor in battle (armor was expensive, so only knights could afford it). Knights obtained the title "sir." They could own land, hire soldiers to defend it and dispense justice over the soldiers and those living on the land. In times of war, a squire who had demonstrated exceptional bravery in battle could be knighted on the battlefield by another knight. The knight would then dress in armor, receive his sword, mount his horse and participate in some martial games to demonstrate his skills as part of the celebration. Then the master of the ceremony would dub the new knight on the shoulders with a sword. He would fight only one-on-one against an opponent.If taken prisoner, he would give up his arms and horse to his opponent and not fight the opponent again without the opponent's consent.Upon returning to his home or lord's court from an adventure, he would always tell of his escapades.He would be on time for any engagement of arms, like a battle or tournament.He would never avoid dangerous paths out of fear. ![]() When on a quest, he would remove his armor and arms only while sleeping.He would be charitable and defend the poor and helpless. ![]()
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