Chivalry is defined as the qualities idealized by knighthood, such as bravery, courtesy, honor, and gallantry toward women. The Chivalric code was developed by King Arthur and his knights in order to resolve problems in an honorable and respectful manner. Throughout Le Morte d'Arthur, it is very simple to distinguish the following of the chivalric code between King Arthur and Pellinore. Though King Arthur established the code, Pellinore is the ideal chivalric knight.
King Arthur and Pellinore's following of the chivalric code is totally different. It is very ironic that Pellinore, the idea…
