Le Morte Darthur, Chapter 377 summary
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In Chapter 377, Sir Percivale de Galis leaves a good man and meets armed men who attack him because he comes from King Arthur’s court. Sir Galahad rescues him, but Percivale loses his horse, cannot catch his rescuer, and refuses to seize a replacement from a yeoman.
What happens
- A voice promises King Evelake healing through a knight’s kiss, and the good man rejoices when Percivale identifies himself.
- At noon, Percivale meets armed men carrying a dead knight; they attack him after learning which court he serves.
- The attackers kill Percivale’s horse, but Galahad charges them and drives them into a forest.
- Percivale recognizes Galahad and follows on foot, but cannot catch him to offer thanks.
- A yeoman refuses to lend a black steed, and Percivale refuses to take it by force.
- Percivale sits grieving under a tree, where an armed knight approaches on the same black horse.
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What to notice
Percivale rejects taking the horse without permission. His refusal limits his pursuit even while he desperately wants to thank Galahad.
Quick check
Why does the yeoman refuse to lend Percivale the black steed?
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