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Sir Gawain and the Green Knight An Arthurian Romance

The quest myth: The archetypal pattern Story pattern = myth Universal significance = archetype Physical journey (quest): the myth or story Spiritual or psychic journey: archetype Our journey as well Monsters and evils he faces are our internal demons His skills and attributes=exaggerated manifestations of what society values The pattern of the quest myth: Birth – noble, supernatural, divine, royal Separation – The hero breaks away or departs his world or place in the world. The Journey – The hero faces trials and tribulations in his quest to find what he seeks. The Return home – The hero returns with the reward; Returns enlightened and whole.

Endless Cycle Pentangle, Celtic Knot Poem: Both have no beginning or ending (5 of 5) Poem: Civilizations rise & fall. Yule to Yule (Year + 1 day) Challenge>Quest>Game>Return

Gawain’s Preparations Shield Fives Fives Senses Fingers Wounds of Christ Joys of Mary Knightly Virtues Generosity, chastity, brotherhood, chivalry, piety (Free-giving, purity, friendship, courtesy, compassion)

Journey North Knight Errant (wandering, lost) Obstacles Darkness of forest (sin & error) Spiritual Guide (Mentor) Court (similarities with Camelot) Naming Courtly Love

The Pentangle