Courtesy
Generic Definition
“being respectful and considerate of other people in one's attitude and behavior”
Biblical Definition
“treating other people with respect, recognizing that all are made in God's image and likeness”
Bible Verse
“To speak evil of no one, to avoid quarreling, to be gentle, and to show perfect courtesy toward all people.”
Titus 3:2
Notable Quotes
sourceMadame de Stael
Political theorist“Politeness is the art of choosing among your thoughts.”
sourceSaint Basil
Bishop“He who sows courtesy reaps friendship.”
sourceSaint Basil
bishop of Caesarea Mazaca“A tree is known by its fruit; a man by his deeds. A good deed is never lost; he who sows courtesy reaps friendship, and he who plants kindness gathers love.”
sourceSolomon Ibn Gabirol
Poet“The test of good manners is to be patient with the bad ones. ”
sourceHenry Clay
American attorney“Courtesies of a small and trivial character are the ones which strike deepest in the grateful and appreciating heart.”
sourceHenry Clay
American attorney“Courtesies of a small and trivial character are the ones which strike deepest in the grateful and appreciating heart.”
Downloads
- Character Trait Report (pdf)
- Intended to be used on a weekly basis.
- Students describe how they put the character trait into practice.
- Parent affirms, signs and dates the document.
