During the Middle Ages, Knights were fearless soldiers that protected the Lords of the Land. Knights were an inherent part of medieval society, following a strict and detailed code of Chivalry. This Code dictated their lifestyles and actions throughout the middle ages. In Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, Europeans of higher status depended on the loyalty of a brave knight. The process of becoming a knight was long and ongoing. First of all, becoming a knight was a privilege that certain sons had. If a young boy was the son of someone with higher status, he was allowed the opportunity to receive the necessary training for knighthood. At around the age of seven, the young boy would report to the castle to begin minor training to become a page,
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Sir Gawain shows loyalty to his uncle, King Arthur, by accepting the green knights request. Nevertheless, this ended up evolving into a social order known as feudalism, where Knights became forced to show their loyalty to those of higher status. Feudalism was a system of government and land ownership. Consequently, in exchange for loyalty, the Knight was granted land. Loyalty during this era, meant that a Knight is prepared to defend the King/Lord from Anglo-Saxon invaders at a moment's notice, and follow the orders given to them. Knights often put their life in jeopardy to fulfill their duties. Besides defending the King, Knights were also ordered to defend the Church. During the Medieval Era, Europe primarily practiced Christianity. The Church dominated the lives of the Medieval People. Several religious establishments developed into very wealthy and powerful institutions. In battle, Knights had certain symbols found on their armour portraying christian faith and association with a certain lord or king. In the context of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, Gawain keeps his pledge by setting out for the Green Chapel, which protects him from harm. Morte d’Arthur states:
“Therefore suits this knight and his shining arms,
For always faithful in five ways, and five times in each case,
Gawain was reputed as virtuous, like refined …show more content…
They fought in extremely heavy armour that weighed up to 50 pounds. Medieval knights fought with plenty technique. Most fights were extremely brutal and lasted only 20 to 30 seconds if equally matched. If one fighter was evidently more experienced than the other, bouts would last as short as 10 seconds. Long swords were used and often broke the armour and led to cutting the skin ending the battle. Shields protected the fighters and were also used as weapons to strike their opponents. However, Knights weren’t just a source of protection, they were also a source of entertainment during the Middle
Sir Gawain shows loyalty to his uncle, King Arthur, by accepting the green knights request. Nevertheless, this ended up evolving into a social order known as feudalism, where Knights became forced to show their loyalty to those of higher status. Feudalism was a system of government and land ownership. Consequently, in exchange for loyalty, the Knight was granted land. Loyalty during this era, meant that a Knight is prepared to defend the King/Lord from Anglo-Saxon invaders at a moment's notice, and follow the orders given to them. Knights often put their life in jeopardy to fulfill their duties. Besides defending the King, Knights were also ordered to defend the Church. During the Medieval Era, Europe primarily practiced Christianity. The Church dominated the lives of the Medieval People. Several religious establishments developed into very wealthy and powerful institutions. In battle, Knights had certain symbols found on their armour portraying christian faith and association with a certain lord or king. In the context of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, Gawain keeps his pledge by setting out for the Green Chapel, which protects him from harm. Morte d’Arthur states:
“Therefore suits this knight and his shining arms,
For always faithful in five ways, and five times in each case,
Gawain was reputed as virtuous, like refined …show more content…
They fought in extremely heavy armour that weighed up to 50 pounds. Medieval knights fought with plenty technique. Most fights were extremely brutal and lasted only 20 to 30 seconds if equally matched. If one fighter was evidently more experienced than the other, bouts would last as short as 10 seconds. Long swords were used and often broke the armour and led to cutting the skin ending the battle. Shields protected the fighters and were also used as weapons to strike their opponents. However, Knights weren’t just a source of protection, they were also a source of entertainment during the Middle