The Qualities That Make a Man

In my opinion, a man MUST possess certain qualities. Some are more important than others. But it is absolutely imperative to possess most. They are the following:

1) Respect : An acknowledgment of the quality and/or rareness and/or experience of someone or something.

2) Social Grace : a general term with at least 4 components: 

      Manners: The unenforced standards of conduct which demonstrate that a person is proper, polite, and refined. They are like laws in that they codify or set a standard for human behavior, but they are unlike laws in that there is no formal system for punishing transgressions, the main informal "punishment" being social disapproval. 

      Etiquette: A code of behavior that delineates expectations for social behavior according to contemporary conventional norms within a society, social class, or group.  

      Fashion and hygiene: The ability to present oneself in good keep with current social trends according to clothing and grooming and general superficial health. 

      Behavior:  The way one acts in every situation in life according to dignity and social benevolence. 

3) Charisma : A compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others. 

4) Wisdom : A deep understanding and realizing of people, things, events or situations, resulting in the ability to choose or act or inspire to consistently produce the optimum results with a minimum of time, energy or thought. It is the ability to optimally (effectively and efficiently) apply perceptions and knowledge and intelligence to produce the desired results. Wisdom is also the comprehension of what is true or right coupled with optimum judgment as to action.

5) High Self-Esteem : Knowing, accepting, and approving of one's self  regardless of outside influences.

6) Strength : The ability to put in motion heavy objects with the body.

7) Endurance : The ability to withstand physical and/or mental stress or exertion for an extended period of time.

8) Will : The ability to concentrate, focus, stay motivated, and strive towards a goal while under stress, distraction, and disruption.

9) Intelligence : The gathered amount of knowledge acquired through study, tutelage, and schooling.

10) Honor : A code of integrity, dignity, and pride.

I'm of the opinion that a man MUST have qualities 1-5 and 8. A man can lack other qualities and be a man, but these are essential.