... at medieval literature, The Song of Roland, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, and Beowulf, seem to best convey the preceding points. Chivalry is perhaps the second most important aspect of warring in the middle ages, second only to the Christian faith, but is one that most contrasts with modern times. Sir Gawain of Sir Gawain and the Great Knight is the paradigm of a chivalry in the middle ages. The following quote exhibits Sir Gawain's humble nature and selflessness:" each time the lord leaves the castle, his ... wife secretly visits Gawain's room and tries ... ...

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