This example shows that he was a king of the people. You were allowed to approach him in his bedroom, very casually, to plead your case and receive a decision. One did not have to wait for court to start or to only approach him in the Throne Room. This is very different from the portrayal in “The Song of Roland” when it is said, “Spake Charles the Emperor: ‘Barons, give ear unto me, my lords. In council speak for my profit, yea, for you own, your words.’” (Sources, 132). This sounds like Charles is very conceded and will only meet with the Barons if it is within an official council. I would think someone who allows criminals into his bedroom while he is dressing to hear a case and give judgement would speak informally with his
This example shows that he was a king of the people. You were allowed to approach him in his bedroom, very casually, to plead your case and receive a decision. One did not have to wait for court to start or to only approach him in the Throne Room. This is very different from the portrayal in “The Song of Roland” when it is said, “Spake Charles the Emperor: ‘Barons, give ear unto me, my lords. In council speak for my profit, yea, for you own, your words.’” (Sources, 132). This sounds like Charles is very conceded and will only meet with the Barons if it is within an official council. I would think someone who allows criminals into his bedroom while he is dressing to hear a case and give judgement would speak informally with his