
In this thoughtful work the author draws on the timeless image of King Arthur’s Round Table to frame a soldier’s duty in spiritual terms. By comparing the chivalric code with the demands of modern warfare, he outlines four core virtues—courage, chivalry, purity, and loyalty—that should shape every officer’s conduct. The opening chapters blend biblical passages, poetry, and vivid wartime anecdotes to illustrate how faith can become a practical piece of a soldier’s equipment.
The tone is conversational yet reverent, offering concrete examples from the trenches of the Great War to show how fear can be faced without denying it, and how honor can survive amid chaos. Readers are invited to reflect on personal integrity, the responsibility of leadership, and the deeper meaning that religious conviction can provide on the battlefield. Intended especially for young cadets, the book serves as a guide for cultivating moral strength alongside tactical skill.
Language
en
Duration
~48 minutes (46K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2016-08-19
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1877–1953
A Church of England bishop who also wrote thoughtful, practical books on Christian faith, he brought a plainspoken, everyday approach to religion. His work speaks from long experience in ministry and public church life.
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