Zach Hunter wrote Chivalry to remind his generation that we are called to live a chivalrous life with others and ourselves, whether male or female, straight or homosexual, black or white, or something in between. He used little stories to introduce each of ten principles from the code of honor by which the knights of old used to live. He believes that his generation will be known as a generation of action, especially in the realm of social justice.
Chilvary is not "being nice" or polite or something along those lines. It is doing the right things because they need to be done and you are there to do them. To paraphrase Zach's thoughts, chivalry is about the internal change from self centered to open our lives to the loving guidance of our amazing, awe inspiring God. This internal change shows itself in our behavior that is much more long lasting and higher than anything we can do on our own without God.
This book was important to me because I am trying to live the best life I can. With the migraines and disability I have, I am focusing more on what I can do, which is things like how I approach others and God. I cannot control the pain or the migraines or any of that stuff. I can only do my best, which does vary day by day. That's all we can all do.
This book would be important for you to read because it will help you think about things beyond your own circumstances in a way that may spur you to action or at least to a new way of interacting with others. It can also open your mind to new ways of thinking about life and the things beyond this world. So, check it out and see what you think about it.
Comments would be awesome! I love to know what others think about books we've both read and how we are the same and different.
I gave this book 4/5 stars because it made me think differently and that was a good thing.
I received my copy of this book from the publisher, Tyndale, through the NetGalley review program for free in exchange for my honest opinion.
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