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Llull, Ramon
1316
Lull, Ramón
Lullus, Raimundus
Lulle, Raymond
Lully, Raymund
Llull, R. (Ramon)
Botfield, Beriah
1807
1863
Hay, Gilbert, Sir, active 1456
The Buke of the Order of Knyghthood
Translated from the French by Sir Gilbert Hay, Knight
Produced by Delphine Lettau, Keith Edkins and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
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"The Buke of the Order of Knyghthood" by Ramon Llull is a historical treatise written in the late 15th century. The work is a translation of an earlier French text by Honoré Bonnet that delves into the principles and duties of knighthood, thereby reflecting the chivalric ideals of the time. The text is aimed at educating aspiring knights about the honor and responsibilities associated with their esteemed status. The opening of this manuscript introduces a wise and ancient knight who retreats to a solitary life in the wilderness, reflecting on the virtues of knighthood as he prepares for death. Meanwhile, a young squire on his way to a king's coronation inadvertently wanders into the knight’s domain. Intrigued by the squire's intent to seek knighthood, the ancient knight agrees to impart knowledge about the order. As they converse, the knight emphasizes the importance of understanding the responsibilities and values that define knighthood before one can be honored with such a title. This dialogue sets the stage for a deeper exploration of chivalric values and the personal growth necessary to embody them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 52.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Category: History - Medieval/Middle Ages
Category: Philosophy & Ethics
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