Abstract
An in-depth look the character Sir Gawain from the Medieval English romance ""Sir Gawain and the Green Knight". The text is written in verse by an anonymous author and consists of three separate stories with the same character, Sir Gawain. Nobility has its upside and its downsides; both are shown through his character. The paper gives an insight into how hard Gawain tries to be as perfect as possible. He maintains high standards for himself. He prides himself on his using of the five points of chivalry in every aspect of his life: Piety, humility, loyalty, integrity and honesty. According to the paper his main flaw proves to be that he loves his own life so much that he will lie in order to protect himself. The paper concludes that though he ends his quest, Gawain appears at the end of the poem as a humbled man who realizes his own faults and must live with the fact that he will never achieve his own high standards.

From the Paper
"Sir Gawain is the nephew of King Arthur's and one of his most loyal knights. Gawain has the reputation of being a great knight and courtly lover. He prides himself on his using of the five points of chivalry in every aspect of his life. Gawain is a follower of piety, humility, loyalty, integrity and honesty. His only flaw proves to be that he loves his own life so much that he will lie in order to protect himself. With the eyes of numerous characters in the poem, we can see Gawain as a noble knight who is crazy about chivalry; he is loyal, honest and most of all - courteous. With the progress of the story we discover Gawain depend on a huge number of tests of character, known and even some unknown. These tests gives us a possiblity to discover Gawain's character and his ways of problemsolving. Throughout the inconviniances and troubles he met on his way, the author allows us to understand the way Gawain is thinking, and we see that he sometimes works hard to be loyal and courteous. These scenes give us insight into how hard he tries to be as perfect as possible, Gawain kept himself on a high standards."

Tags:gawain, green, knight, chivalry, loyal, camelot, noble, honest, courteous, humble, knight.

Abstract
This paper discusses how when it comes to the story of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, there are many well defined codes of behavior found in a worthy knight such as the code of chivalry. The paper tests Gawain to determine if he has the characteristics of chivalry and this will be shown by the author by using different symbols. The concept of chivalry is used to teach spiritual lessons about a spiritually fallen world, and this can be seen in the story of Sir Gawain and how the author uses different symbols to show how Gawain proves that he is indeed worthy.

From the Paper
"Many of the stories about knights are centered on being either good or bad. When it comes to the story of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, there are many well-defined codes of behavior found in a worthy knight such as the code of chivalry. Gawain will be tested to determine if he has the characteristics of chivalry and this will be shown by the author by using different symbols. The concept of chivalry is used to teach spiritual lessons about a spiritually fallen world and this can be seen in the story of Sir Gawain and how the author uses different symbols to show how Gawain proves that he is indeed a worthy knight although he is not a perfect one. Throughout the story, Gawain is tested in different ways. Gawain finds himself in different situations where he must prove that he has the characteristics of a knight."

Tags:gawain, knight, worthiness

Abstract
This paper examines and discusses meaning and symbols in "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight." These include the three blows from the Baron, the test of Gawain, and Gawain's response to the test and its outcome. The paper further argues that human nature is flawed but man can redeem himself even after sinning.

From the Paper
"The story of 'Sir Gawain and the Green Knight' is filled with many important symbols that speak to questions regarding social relations, chivalry, personal honor and the pursuit of fame and prestige. When the Baron, posing as the Green Knight, gives Sir Gawain three different strikes with an axe, he is sending an important message. The flinch is the first strike which causes the brave and valiant Gawain to swerve aside as the axe came gliding down..."

Tags:Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, chivalry, symbols, chivalry, human nature

Abstract
The paper explores the issue of character development in the medieval romance, "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight." The paper explains how Gawain's character is developed to reflect his heroic nature. The paper includes the various tests Gawain undergoes to prove himself and discusses the central theme of the poem.

From the Paper
"Character Development. "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight." Sir Gawain and the Green Knight is a medieval romance encompassing the adventure of Sir Gawain, a Knight of the Arthurian Round Table which is told in four fitts or parts. In Fitt, Sir Gawain's character is developed to reflect his heroic capacity for besting wild beasts, monsters and even the environment itself."

Tags:literature, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight

Abstract
This paper shows how the poem of "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight" contains various thematic references to the struggle of spiritual piety versus nature and all its evils. The paper discusses how the symbolic nature of the Green Knight lends to an overarching discussion about the role of nature in the corruption of man. The paper explains that the work can be seen as an allegorical representation of the fall of man and man's redemption through an all knowing and loving, merciful figure, such as the Green Knight. The poem represents the struggle of the forces of nature and man and represents the internal struggle man has with his own nature. The paper highlights how ultimately, Gawain proves that spiritual strength and prowess will triumph over any earthly temptations that nature throws upon man.

From the Paper
"This paper examines the poem of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight. The work contains various thematic references to the struggle of spiritual piety versus nature and all its evils. The symbolic nature of the Green Knight lends to an overarching discussion about the role of nature in the..."

Tags:gawain, green knight, piety

Abstract
This paper compares and discusses two tales that deal with the consequences of the many types of human frailty: "The Song of Roland" and "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight." It also provides the background and historical context of each work.

Tags:Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, The Song of Roland, human frailty

Abstract
This paper discusses three aspects of the epic poem "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight." The analysis includes a look at the symbolism of the color green, the effect of the passing seasons, and the difference between the way Gawain and the Green Knight are greeted.

From the Paper
"In the epic story Sir Gawain and the Green Knight color and imagery are highly symbolic and germane to the interpretation of the text. This paper will examine the use of the color green the significance of the passing seasons and the greetings received by Gawain and the Green Knight assessing their symbolism and significance to the story. The color green in this epic might represent a number of things-nature obviously-both its creative and destructive aspects..."

Tags:Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, symbolism, color, green, imagery, seasons

Abstract
This paper discusses 'Sir Gawain and the Green Knight' and the concepts of chivalry that it illustrates. These include King Arthur's Court, the Knights of the Round Table and various plot devices. The paper concludes with an exploration of the Code of behavior and chivalry in today's society.

From the Paper
"'Sir Gawain and the Green Knight' focuses on the importance of chivalry as a code of honor that demands that the individual do the right thing and behave in a courteous manner. Chivalry is more than mere politeness, however. It is heartfelt, authentic honor that considers the protocol of one's behavior to ensure giving due honor to others. When the green knight appears in the court of King Arthur and strikes his challenge, Gawain says 'Grant..."

Tags:Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, Tolkien, Camelot, King Arthur, Knights of the Round Table, chivalry

Abstract
This paper analyzes "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight" and takes a look at the traditional symbols used, including the all-important hunt scene.

From the Paper
"As Section III opens, Bercilak, the liege-lord of the land, as eager as an impatient bridegroom, bolts his breakfast before riding the hunt with his men. The dogs are unleashed as couples to a bugle fanfare reminiscent of the bridal "belling" to which wedded couples have been treated throughout history. "The leashes are cast away," (s.46), so the hounds are free of constraint in order to pursue their beloved prey, the deer. The lord commands that only the does should be driven to the valley, and the dogs chase the frightened females to that most feminine symbol of nature, the deep chasms between the hills. There, the dogs herd the prey and "snatch down" any does who dare bolt, like some medieval inversion of the Sadie Hawkins chase. Stanza 47 ends with the trimetric four lines (what translator Tolkien calls the "wheel" describing the rest of the hunt, which finds the lord "wild with joy" at their success; the short three-beat meter adds a lilting, triumphant note to their endeavors. "Oft spur and oft alight" is a phrase which seems to prance like deer and hounds when read aloud."

Tags:chivalry, gawain, lancelot, sir

Abstract
This paper discusses a number of issues in "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight," with an emphasis on the ironic elements of the story. Additionally, the paper examines the symbolism of the holly and of the color green and the point of the game. The paper concludes with a look at the knight's response to the court's silence.

From the Paper
"In 'Sir Gawain and the Green Knight' the importance of the very fast history lesson at the opening of the poem is to establish that the knights were men of great integrity-tested and proven-and strength in battle and that they had been dispersed throughout Italy, France and England with Arthur being the greatest of the English kings. This sets up Sir Gawain to take the Green Knight's challenge in place of Arthur as a loyal subject and a man of courage..."

Tags:Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, symbolism, green, irony, unarmored, history, holly