Le Morte Darthur, Chapter 151 summary
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In Chapter 151, Sir Gareth and dame Liones declare their love before King Arthur, who supports their marriage and arranges their wedding for the next Michaelmas at Kinkenadon. The lovers exchange rings and part, while Gareth joins Arthur, favors Sir Launcelot’s company, and avoids Sir Gawaine because of his murderous vengeance.
What happens
- Sir Gareth and dame Liones tell King Arthur that each wants no other spouse.
- Arthur and Gareth’s mother support the match, and the wedding is set for the next Michaelmas at Kinkenadon.
- The date is announced throughout the realm, and Gareth summons knights and ladies connected with his earlier battles.
- The lovers exchange rings, Arthur gives Liones a gold brooch, and she returns to her castle with Linet and Sir Gringamore.
- Gareth escorts Liones partway, rejoins Arthur, and spends much of his time with Sir Launcelot.
- Gareth avoids his brother Sir Gawaine because he hates Gawaine’s habit of taking murderous revenge.

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What to notice
Arthur gives the lovers both personal approval and royal backing. His support leads directly to arrangements for their wedding.
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Why does Gareth avoid Sir Gawaine’s company?

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