Pelt means hair or clothes here.

I guess, it is saying she did her hair and did not wear her hair cover....?

indeed.

A bit different than their normal "courtesy kiss."

She could not sleep because her desire was so great.

Interesting that it specifies this is a cold morning. Good things do not usually happen on cold mornings in British Literature.

A fox.

Google Translation: cry or shout “halloo” to attract attention or to give encouragement to dogs in hunting.

Best definition yet. lol.....

Here is the number three again.

My guess is that three means downfall. Like the animal being hunted is meeting his downfall by the three dogs.

Google Translation: Sky or Heaven

Great description.

Google Translation: In a happy or carefree manner.

I think this is the third "rooster call" or the third test.

This may be a biblical reference, when the rooster crowed three times after Jesus' death and Paul denied knowing Jesus three times to the Pharisees.

The rooster here could represent three days as well. My guess is that, the rooster represents one of the three days till Gawain meets the Green knight or is seduced by the Queen and thus his downfall.

I am proud of Gawain for not giving in, but I think she will be his downfall.

She is accusing him of not know how to love and saying his fame is in vane, or saying she must be too dull for him. Either option is not good for a pride-filled knight.

Google Translation: reject with disdain or contempt.

Google translation: a vassal who owes feudal service or allegiance to a nobleman.

Rooster

Google translation: happen

The King returns and gives the meat to Gawain. Gawain, kisses the king but will not tell him where he received the kiss.

They used every part of the animal. They even fed their dogs.

Processing the meat.

Google translation:

determine the content or quality

They talked and discussed many things.

She is saying she did not pick her husband. She is complimenting Gawain and saying she wishes she could have picked someone like him. Basically she is feeding his pride and ego.

She is trying to justify her actions and say that it is "grace."

Oh oh oh oh nooooooooo

Google translation: catch sight of.

This is like a horror movie when the serial killer is running at the main character with an axe and the whole audience is yelling "No! Don't run into the woods." but then the main character does it anyway.

I knew it! Sir Gawian don't do it! No no no no no no no no no, it is a trap.

It is interesting here, how the Arthur wants to remind us that Gawain is a good man.

The King leaves with his nobles for the hunt. He takes 100 hunters with him and hounds.

Wait....that's the ending???? The story ends like that? I FEEL CHEATED........This is like Game Of Thrones ending.

The king is telling him that through all the traveling and partying, Gawain has not slept and should rest. The King says Gawain should sleep tomorrow in his room while he goes out hunting. He will let the Queen watch over Gawain while he is away so that he can eat with her.

He tells the king of his Journey to find the Green Giant and asks if he knows where he is.

Christmas day. So it has been about one year from the time Sir Gawain and the Green knight met.....

Sir Gawain goes to greet the woman. They take him to their chamber where they eat and drink until it gets dark.

He is saying they should make the most happiness in that moment because it is Christmas time. However when it gets dark and they need to light the candles, Sir Gawain leaves to his chamber.

They go to chapel and Gawain meets the Kings beautiful wife.

Their welcoming demeanor seems suspicious to me. Why would they welcome him? They may want something from him they have not yet shown.

Sir Gawain is welcomed into the castle.

It says that Gawain "craved his errand." Meaning he was ready to finally face the Giant.

Sir Gawain asks for a place to stay at the castle.

Sir Gawain comes to a castle and seeks out the Giant.

His Journey.

Gawain sets off to find the Green Knight. People are mourning his departure because they think he will be killed.

From Google: a belt for a sword or other piece of equipment, worn over one shoulder and reaching down to the opposite hip.

Pentagram

He worships at the alter and gets ready. Often times this was done before a battle in case the Knight was killed. So that he would be forgiven of all his sins.

Gawain's Armor

Time goes by and Gawain states he must go and face the Green Knight. There is a lot of dread and courage in the hall.

They sure do a lot of feasting.

The year continues on.

A Christian holiday usually celebrated on a Sunday around September 29.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michaelmas

A god. Here is the god's history: https://www.theoi.com/Titan/AnemosZephyros.html

Arthur down plays the reality of the situation to keep fear from spreading.

Google Translation: the outward appearance or apparent form of something, especially when the reality is different

The Green Knight reminds Gawain of his promise to seek him out in one year, then rides off.

Gawain strikes the green knight with the axe and cuts off his head. The Green Knight stays standing as the knights kick his head around the floor. Then the Green Knight picks up his head off the floor.

This is such a passive statement. Like, seriously, an axe does not "stroke." Stroke involves a soft touch.... like getting a massage. Yuck. Come on, like say the the axe hit, or cut, or something.... stroke... really???

The Green Knight and Gawain face one another.

The green knight wants to things the chiverolous way.

Gawain challenges the Green Knight in Arthurs stead.

Arthur takes up the Green Knights challenge.

The Green knight challenges the knights of the round table to a New Years sports dual to build trust.

The green knight has some balls..... He just compared the knights of the round table to little children.

Arthur and the green knight speak. The knight says he is not here to fight or go to war.

The knights are shocked.

He is looking the knights up and down. Almost like an authority figure.

He was not afraid.

Spends a lot of writing to describe the clothing and attire of the Green man.

A large green giant of a man comes in and interrupts the party.

This section gives the reader a better idea of Arthurs character and personality.

This section talks about the New Year Celebration.

This section talks about the Christmas celebration.

Sets the main character and focus of the story to Arthur.

They are partying after the Christmas tournament for 15 days

The novel creates a "story-teller" style. As was common and many stories from this day.

This section states that the story takes place after the war of Troy. It states that the war was won, and the land was taken over and divided up, the king of Rome was set in place, and basically it was re-domesticated.

A reference to another medieval story involving a war over a woman named Helen of Troy "The face that launched a thousand ships." Supposedly so beautiful that many countries were willing to go to war for her. At the end the war was won with a Trojan horse.

That is kind of cool.

I feel rather disappointed in Tristan right now....

interesting verbage. Anyone know what a wand means here in the context?

Beauty contest

a dangerous, difficult, or otherwise unfortunate situation.

Land; basically Launfal had to have the knights to act as a bail so he would not be imprisoned until his judgement day.

In those days, a knight had a right to have someone else receive his judgment instead of the knight.

lack of good sense; foolishness.

Is he saying he is gay? I'm so confused? I thought he loved the first maiden?

yeah.... I don't thing the queen is gonna like that response.

In those days, a night could challenge another knight to a dual by throwing his glove down in front of the other.

This is saying that the queen was challenging him with her words and he did not want to argue back.

Wow. She is so mean.

She is saying that there are worse sins.

an exterior set of steps and a platform at the main entrance to a large building such as a church or mansion.

enjoy

Gawain is the knight from another story. He is King Arthur's cousin and a member of the round table.

comfort or consolation in a time of distress or sadness.

He has a sugar momma! She is giving him money now too???

clothing

Woah.... Is Launfal kissing another woman???

Google defines the word varlet as a man acting as an attendant or servant.

I think this is a very interesting word choice. Is he her servant now? Or is the text referring to Launfal being God's servant? Also if it is referring to the first context, does that mean this is foreshadow and he will then be manipulated by her to someone horrible tradgedy?

reluctant; unwilling.

pledge or promise solemnly (one's faith or loyalty).

I wonder why she is so worried about someone knowing.

immediatly

That is an a big thing to do for a complete stranger.

Sounds like trouble is brewing. EWhhhhhh

acting with or showing care and thought for the future.

clothing

bedspread

bed sheets; linen

clothing

A woman's gown or outer petticoat.

Does anyone know what this means? Google did not know.....

be filled with wonder or astonishment.

bravery in battle.

This is my favorite story so far. I think it is very cool how even despite the circumstances Tristan and Iseult remain moral characters. Even after Isuelt and Tristan are living in the woods, the two do no become intimate keeping Iseults vow to Mark. This story challenges right from wrong. How do we know what is really right from wrong? Is there some grey? Would one thing be wrong at one time and right at another? I don't thing Tristan and Iseult were wrong at all. In fact I really admire there self discipline to do the right thing.

It is interesting to see the moral differences between today and when this story was written. People assumed the laws of Rome were the same thing as what is right.

Lepers are people with leprosy. A horrible disease where flesh and limbs rot off. It is contagious and did not have a cure.

Interesting quote!

Without morals

This word comes originates from the Latin word, philos, which means to love.

clothed

The place where Tristan's parents were wed.

seriously damage

ships

sent

This is an important line because once again it shows the depth of the relationship between King Mark and Tristan. Tristan could have stayed and ruled his land but instead he would rather serve Mark.

This is an important line for the future of the story. It tells the reader the report and the state of relationship between Tristan and King Mark. The love between them adds a unique dynamic to the situation that will come later in the story.

Tristan is invited to stay

Castles name

Hunting

Without his knowledge

Violent seizure of someone's property.

Even though Roholt loves Tristan as a son, he has not forgotten who Tristan is and that he is by birth still his Lord.

Foreshadow. Was Tristan destined from birth to have a life of sadness?

Rivalen helps Mark in the war. As a favor Mark gives his sister to be wed to Rivalen.

I forgot who this was, so I looked it up on Smoosh. It says

"Hrethel, the previous king of the Geats, was the father of Hygelac, Herebeald, Haethcyn, and a daughter, and the foster-father of his great-nephew Beowulf. Although the exact details are somewhat unclear, Hrethel seems to die of grief after his son Haethcyn accidentally kills his brother Hearebeald."

unequaled; unrivaled.

Hrthgar really loves Beowulf like a son. when he says he is adopted sone it is not just words or a performance. I think there relationship is really interesting.

fearful apprehension; a feeling that something bad will happen

brisk and cheerful readiness.

Unferth and Beowulf seem to have found a respect for one another. Maybe a friendship is blooming?

Loud

Derived from the Latin word which means happy.

acting with or showing care and thought for the future.

admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering.

This confirms the flood they are speaking of is the bibical version

Here we see a possible character flaw. Lets see how revenge works out for Beowolf.

Is this a king Arthur reference?

Beowulf says earlier that the sword is his most precious gift. Now he is willing to will it to Unferth should he die.

Swords name

Kenning for Ribs

It says the men gazed at it in awe. Where as Beowulf was ready for action. He wasn't "gazing" he was "ready." Maybe this is a symbol for fear in our lives. Beowulf, who is successful is not gazed by fear.

kenning.

Ewh.....

Beowulf's new assignment is to seek out Grendel's mother.

Kenning: Heather is a purple flower. So a flower stepper? Someone who steps on flowers?

It is deep water

open land

Robber

The man whom Grendels mother took to her den.

kenning

Grendel is Cain's son from the Bible Genesis story.

To summarize, The Danes have a major issue with a demonic creature after the king builds a mead hall. Beowulf hears of the demon and sails to save the day. He injures the beast in the hall. The story makes clear that the beast will die from the injury and the people celebrate.

Is this one man Beowulf? Is he now marked for death because he killed Grindle.

I think it is interesting that the sword is the most treasured gift.

The man who was challenging Beowulf earlier in the story because of jealousy. He is known for boasting.

King Hrthgar says Beowulf is like a son to him.

loyal, reliable, and hardworking.

military ranking.

Kenning.

I find Beowulf to be a very conceited character. I find that part of his attitude very off-putting.

Kenning. Someone who will protect the hall.

Kenning. Grey skys prolly foggy

Beowulf says he will fight to the death. He will either win or die trying. This goes back to the general idea at the time that dying in battle was the best way to die.

Kenning

Ecgtheow is Beowulfs father.

I wonder if this is derived from the word Heathen?

A medieval singer or musician

Loyal Reliable and hardworking

Kenning

a dangerous, difficult, or otherwise unfortunate situation.

Beowulf is related to Hygelac.

Permission to meet the king.

A fee paid in advanced to someone in order to keep their services when required.

Officer of arms ranking above a persuivant and below king of arms.

The danes at this time were a religious people.

Super wise! I will remember this quote!

Beowulf states his reason for coming to the land.

Kenning

The mead hall

This is a reference to a bible story in Genesis. In the story, God asks for a sacrifice. Two brothers, Cain and Able mush each give God their best products. Abel gives his best products. Cain does not. God finds favor in Abels gift because he sacrificed his best. Cain kills Abel out of Jealousy. When God finds out of Cains sin, he curses Cain and sends him away from the land. He marks him so that all can see that Cain is cursed. This curse is to pass on to his decedents.

Foreshadow?

Feel deep respect or admiration.

A person or thing that causes great suffering.

Tells that the people are Danish.

I think this is a very important song the Thane is singing. It is a foreshadow of the dragon to come. Beowulf is an addict to glory. He cannot stop himself. like an addict. It even foreshadows the consequences of such an need for glory.

Definition used from Google: A figure from Norse mythology, famous for slaying a dragon. His story is told in praise of Beowulf and foreshadows Beowulf's encounter with the dragon. Term. King Heremod.

The history of war between Hrthgars father and beowulfs.