Le Morte Darthur, Chapter 284 summary
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In Chapter 284, Sir Palamides kills Sir Corsabrin in a duel arranged by a damsel, while the court also enjoys Sir Dinadan’s tournament adventures. The stench from Corsabrin’s corpse prompts an appeal for Palamides to accept baptism, but he explains that his vow requires seven battles first.
What happens
- A damsel sends Palamides her pennon and offers marriage, while telling Corsabrin he must defeat Palamides to marry her.
- Dinadan excels at jousting, but the haut prince orders Launcelot to unhorse him and bring him before the amused court.
- After dinner, Palamides and Corsabrin fight fiercely until Palamides overcomes his opponent and demands surrender.
- Corsabrin refuses, so Palamides beheads him; a terrible smell rises, and his body receives burial in a wood.
- The haut prince urges baptism, but Palamides explains his vow to fight seven battles for Jesus before receiving it.
- Palamides hosts supper for the queen and knights; the next morning, they hear Mass and prepare for the field.
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Why does Palamides say he cannot yet receive baptism?
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