Le Morte Darthur, Chapter 376 summary
Chapter 376 of 503 · 2 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 376, Sir Percivale leaves his aunt and reaches a monastery, where he sees an ancient, wounded king praying during mass. A brother identifies the king as Evelake and explains how his pursuit of the Holy Grail brings punishment and a plea to see his descendant.
What happens
- Sir Percivale parts sorrowfully from his aunt and finds shelter at a fortified religious house after hearing a clock.
- During morning mass, he notices a covered figure lying in a rich bed behind the altar.
- The figure rises, revealing an ancient, wounded man wearing a golden crown, who begs Jesus Christ not to forget him.
- After receiving communion, the king removes his crown and orders it put on the altar.
- A brother identifies him as Evelake and recounts his conversion, pursuit of the Holy Grail, near blindness, and prayer for a descendant’s arrival.
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What to notice
The king’s plea makes his suffering and dependence on divine mercy clear before the brother explains his history.
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Why does Evelake ask to remain alive?
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