Quotes about Manners

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Rudeness is the weak man's imitation of strength. — Eric Hoffer
Chivalry is the most delicate form of contempt. — Albert Guirard
A true gentlemen is one who is never unintentionally rude. — Oscar Wilde
Chivalry is a poor substitute for justice if one cannot have both. Chivalry is something like the icing on cake sweet — Nellie McClung
(A gentleman) is any man who wouldn't hit a woman with his hat on. — Fred Allen
This is the final test of a gentleman: his respect for those who can be of no possible service to him. — William Lyon Phelps
A gentleman is mindful no less of the freedom of others than of his own dignity. — Livy
What is the test of good manners? Being able to bear patiently with bad ones. — Solomon ibn Gabirol
The attributes of a great lady may still be found in the rule of the four S's: Sincerity Simplicity Sympathy and Sere — Emily Post
For example, in Paris, if one desires to buy something, you enter the store and say "Good morning, sir" or "madam," depe — Craig Ferguson, Between the Bridge and the River
I hate missing everything. That's why I want to marry well and be a grand lady. Then I can host all the parties, all the — Gail Carriger, Manners & Mutiny
Whoever gossips to you will gossip of you"; "It is easier to be critical than correct"- avoid criticism about other offi — Kenneth W. Estes
Worse than talking with a mouthful, is gossiping with a mouthful! — Anthony Liccione
Respect for ourselves guides our morals, respect for others guides our manners. — Laurence Sterne
Manners are love in a cool climate. — Quentin Crisp