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Essay / Sir Gawain and the Green Knight - 931
Of all the famous figures in the tale “Sir Gawain and the Green Knight”; the poet Gawain considered chivalry and the chivalric code to be the fairest way to classify a gentleman during the medieval period. King Arthur, Sir Gawain, and the Green Knight enjoyed the reverence of their peers and their kingdom. Throughout history, these characters have been presented in esteemed glory, but for the duration of the short story; the storyteller showed that every noble character contained flaws. By interpreting their strengths and flaws, the audience will be exposed to how the storyteller perceived the elements of code and chivalry. Depending on this character, the differentiation of regulations and codes will symbolize their role in the tale and, moreover, will elucidate the difficulties linked to the character's endurance. From where “bold men were bred” (Anonymous, p. 26), the “right honorable[able]” (Anonymous, p. 26) Arthur resided at the famous Camelot. Arthur being very supportive, he made his citizens and knights obedient to him and his desires. Sitting on the throne of the estate concludes that he must: remain faithful to his religion, present nobility and courtesy. In addition to remaining hunted, when expected, and valiant for his kingdom. Arthur, resolutely “intrepid”, is quick to protect and defend his kingdom by taking up the challenge launched by the Green Knight. Therefore, this situation shows the reader that valor, honor, and piety are all inevitably associated with King Arthur, as will be the case for such rulers. So, given that he is in a position of wealth and authority, he presents himself as a young miner. With “the mood of a boy” (Anonymous, p. 26), “Arthur would not eat until…. . . . he was first informed of some strange story or moving adventure, or some moving wonder that he might believe in concerning noble men, chivalry, or new adventures; or a challenger should come and a champion seek” (Anonymous, p. 26). King Arthur acting like an immature child is the most vile characteristic of being a king and expected to behave with class and dignity. Although he and his kingdom are well known, his courtesy is not. Shortly after the noble king went to defend his title and reputation, the "good" Gawain verified his loyalty, courtesy, and courage in defending the weaker by undertaking his lord's laborious quest. Telling the king to "keep your blood in my body, I boast of no virtue" (Anonymous, p. 37) brings Gawain's initial sentiment..