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Le Morte Darthur, Chapter 23 summary

Chapter 23 of 503 · 4 min to read the chapter

In Chapter 23, Arthur recovers from his wounds and receives a sword from the Lady of the Lake after promising her a gift whenever she asks. Merlin explains that its scabbard prevents blood loss, persuades Arthur against attacking Sir Pellinore, and conceals him as the knight passes.

What happens

  1. A hermit treats Arthur’s wounds, and after three days Arthur and Merlin resume their journey.
  2. At a lake, Arthur promises the Lady of the Lake a gift in exchange for her sword.
  3. Arthur and Merlin row to an arm above the water, and Arthur takes the sword and its scabbard.
  4. Merlin reports Sir Pellinore’s pursuit of Egglame and persuades Arthur not to seek revenge against the exhausted knight.
  5. Merlin explains that the scabbard prevents blood loss and uses magic to keep Pellinore from seeing Arthur.
  6. They reach Carlion, where Arthur’s knights welcome him and worthy men praise his willingness to share ordinary knights’ dangers.

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Arthur

What to notice

Merlin reveals the scabbard’s protective power. His explanation challenges Arthur’s preference for the sword over the protection that accompanies it.

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Why does Pellinore pass Arthur without speaking?

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