COURTESY
Good manners keep the machinery of life oiled.
Man is a tender creature with soft feelings. He loves and wants to be loved. Words and manners play a key role in winning or losing hearts of people. That’s why it is said, “Think before you speak”. Courtesy means showing good manners and polite behaviour with a selection of kindest words. It is the most prominent trait of a human being. Its source is kindness and affection. It costs nothing but pays a lot in return. It is an act of civility. It is great virtue in man’s life. It demands us to be modest and decent in our words and deeds. One who shows courtesy is called a courteous person. Such a person is liked, loved and respected by everyone everywhere. He remains popular among his friends and relatives. As he is ever ready to help others, in the same way, everyone wants to be the first in helping him if he is in need. It demands us to be helpful to everyone. If we are in a bus or train, we should offer our seat to some elderly or sick person. If we find someone unable to cross a busy road, we should make him cross the road. If we come across a little child who has lost his way, we should ensure his safe meeting with his parents. In short, there are a number of little kind deeds that can make our life comfortable and our world a heaven. Every religion teaches courtesy. Courtesy is the tool which turns a foe into a bosom friend. Therefore, it must be taught in schools at priority level. Teachers can play an effective role in making the children courteous because students give much importance to their teachers. A society of courteous people is, in fact, a piece of paradise on the earth. According to a hadith,
“The best amongst you is the one whose manners are the best”.