Confucius believed that men were not simply born gentlemen because of their family’s position within society or money, but instead men have to earn the status though morality. “[A gentleman] is an ethical quality, achieved by the practice of virtue, and secured through education”. Of gentlemen, Confucius has said: “a gentleman puts loyalty and faithfulness foremost; he does not befriend his moral inferiors”. A gentleman will only “preach what he practices” and he will consider the whole person, not just the parts of a man. Above all else, a gentleman will look to help his fellow man, will do the right thing, and will be gracious to not only his friends but his enemies as well.
The knight thinks one should only do what is right, and what will gain him honor and reputation. This character also believes in freedom and generosity towards all, and displays this ideal repeatedly throughout the novel. And lastly, the knight also strongly feels that any proper person should display courtesy and elegance at all times. Another aspect of this character's life which makes him seem too prestigious to be truthful is his impressive military career. He fought in the
This speech is very powerful and when someone is feeling unmotivated and depressed it has the ability to stir you to focus. Henry knew that he was sending his troops out into a battle they would lose but instead of dwelling on this Henry convinces his men that the battle is more than a mathematical formula that they have all come there to fight for honour, for justice and for glory. He makes fighting with him at Agincourt sound like a privilege. Henry also brings up, once more the motif of the bond between kind and commoner. In the scene before the battle of Harfleur, he unites himself with his men, he says “We few, we happy few, we band of brothers.
The character Peter Keating embodies altruism and only feels he shouldn’t exist for his own sake but the services that he receives from others reason for existing is for fame and approval for others. Peter Keating lives off of his good looks, success and people around him. To have resources to only justify his own existence, self- sacrifice is only his highest right of responsibility, benefit, and importance. Peter will do whatever it takes to succeed in this world even if it means stealing, lying, or Killing. "He had forgotten his first building, and the fear and doubt of its birth.
Gilgamesh was an almighty king but longed for a friend and he dreams about that one day he will encounter a trusted companion (10-11). With these feelings between the two men, it draws them together. When they compete in a battle, there is a sense of friendship forming. Especially once they acknowledge one another’s strength and respect for one another; “As one unique your mother bore you, the wild cow of the fold, the goddess Ninsum! High over warriors you are exalted, to be king of the people Enlil made it your destiny!” (16).They seal their new friendship with embracing one another and a kiss.
His aspiration to be a good guy is an ethical aspect. After witnessing Steve’s sense of integrity and morality as well as Longtree’s love for Elsa motivates him to become a just and moral character. An example of Longtree’s new sense of morality would be when he is untied by Steve and given a gun he is faced with the opportunity to shoot Steve, steal the gold, and run away. However, Longtree as started to become fond of Steve and his
Napoleon was successful for a variety of reasons until 1806. Motivation, Toulon, tactics, subordinates, ambition, meritocracy, Code Napoleon, Austerlitz and the enemy making mistakes were all very influential in his success. Motivation was a significant reason for Napoleon’s success as having a motivated army that fought hard for their leader was very useful in battle. He took time to speak to his soldiers asking them how their families were, he gave them medals if they deserved it, by doing this he gave them motivation and it also meant that others around them wanted to do better to receive praise themselves from Napoleon. He also gave speeches to the army to motivate them, which also developed the feeling of comradery within the ranks.
Selfless Service is to put the welfare of the nation, the Army, and subordinates before you. Everyone must work together to complete tasks. So without a leader meeting these value things in the Army will not be getting done. Honor is to live up to these values. Honor provides a moral compass for character and personal conduct in the Army.
Towards the end of my speech i will try to convince my men that they are happy they are low on men by saying "we few, we happy few". I will also use persuasive language by saying "we band of brothers" by saying this it will make my men feel more convident and that they will do anything for their family and even die for their brothers. I will repeat "my brothers" so they will believe what i am
Although Thady Quirk claims to be true and loyal to the family, key moments during the narrative depict his intentions as being quite possibly the opposite, due to his effective assistance in his own son's takeover of the estate. At the beginning of the story, Thady takes prides in how he’s called by everyone “honest Thady.” If he’s truly honest, then his account of every event would be reliable, true, and accurate. He also has a tendency to only share the good characteristics of people with the reader, even if they are a drunk, in debt, have a gambling problem, or any the above. One Lord of the Rackrent estate, Sir Kit, is described as being an abusive husband for allowing his wife stay locked away in a room “upon which my lady shut herself up in her own room, and my master said she might stay there, with an oath; and to make sure of her, he turned the key in the door, and kept it ever after in his pocket.” (29)