A Knight's Code

I wrote this a while back as an exercise and as a guide for when I might be feeling a little lost, to remind myself what is important. Ideals which I ever strive to adhere to. So without further ado, i present my poem, "A Knight's Code".

Be Just in both thought and deed:

Do not wait in expectation nor judge by comparison.

The moral path you set yourself, paved not by what others have done.

Defend with zeal those in need:

Heed the call when others cry, for it is then they need your might. 

Remember that but for blind chance it could be you lost to the night. 

Be brave as you proceed:

Courage should be wise, not reckless. Face down doubt as you explore.

Live with conviction and with passion. When afraid, take one step more. 

Let compassion take the lead: 

Your strengths, for good must be used at every opportunity. 

If none arises, go and seek it, both kindly and prudently. 

Be Respectful through your creed:

There is no grounds to prove dominion, no reason to be cruel.

Nobility is behaviour's mirror and dignity its Jewel.

Stay Honest, never mislead: 

Voice truth but ever mindful your words do not a blade become.

Live so that you need never promise - Speaking is the same as done.

Be Loyal and to your heart heed:

Remain true to those you pledge or have responsibility.

For those you care, give all your heart, open and unreservedly.

Your Self-Control, do not cede:

Show tolerance and patience both. Endure, forbear, swallow dread.

Bear the unbearable. Let your heart guide but by your reason tread.

Honour is a precious Seed:

By your acts your worth is weighed. They pass yet their effects remain.

Betray not your principles, then no indignity can ever stain.