Le Morte Darthur, Chapter 405 summary
Chapter 405 of 503 · 2 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 405, Sir Lionel kills Sir Colgrevance and attacks Sir Bors, who begs his brother to stop rather than risk both their souls through sinful violence. When Lionel refuses mercy, Bors draws his sword in tears, appeals to God, and raises his hand to defend himself.
What happens
- Colgrevance calls on Sir Bors for help and offers to die to save him.
- Sir Lionel knocks away Colgrevance’s helmet, and Colgrevance prays for mercy before Lionel kills him.
- Lionel attacks Bors, who asks him to stop and warns that either brother’s death would involve both in sin.
- Lionel refuses mercy, while Bors weeps and condemns his killing of a priest and their companion.
- Bors asks God for mercy and a miracle, then raises his hand to strike in self-defense.
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What to notice
Bors explains that religious fear, not fear of his brother’s strength, makes him resist fighting. His appeal separates self-defense from a desire to kill.
Quick check
Why does Bors hesitate to fight Lionel?
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