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Nobility
This meant literally descent from a noble or aristocratic family. Despite this, there was an ongoing debate during theMiddle Ages on whether man was ennobled by his actions or by his heritage, something similar to our own ânature vs nurtureâdebate. See also Of Four Quarterings.
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Knighthood & Chivalry Dictionary INDEX:
List of Terms: Terms beginning with "A", Page 1 |
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1 2 A: Page 1 of 2.
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