Knighthood and Chivalry

Some skeptics might believe that the Order of Saint John is something from a forgotten era, an anomaly, a fantasy, which, along with knighthood itself, is the basis of bedtime stories. To such a charge we reply, never! As long as there are dreams to be dreamed, noble causes to be espoused, wrongs to be righted, women and children to be protected, the sick and the lame to be aided, honor and dignity to be upheld, and a just and righteous God to serve knighthood and chivalry shall live!

Every nation, and every age, has a need and a longing for the true knight: He is a servant of Christ and the needy. He is an apostle of good deeds. His is a life of duties to be performed, ideals to be upheld, and injustices to be rectified. His demeanor is one of chivalry and culture. His voice speaks for fairness and justice. He is an example of strength and courage. Blest is the nation that can boast of such a man. Happy are those who appreciate and emulate his virtues.