1 天前 · King Arthur, legendary British king who appears in a cycle of medieval romances as the sovereign of a knightly fellowship of the Round Table. It is not certain how these legends originated or whether the figure of Arthur was based on a historical person.

According to legends, King Arthur (Welsh: Brenin Arthur; Cornish: Arthur Gernow; Breton: Roue Arzhur; French: Roi Arthur) was a king of Britain. He is a folk hero and a central figure in the medieval literary tradition known as the Matter of Britain.

From ancient legend to Monty Python, Arthur: God and Hero in Avalon discusses everything from the very earliest versions of the King Arthur myth to the most recent film and television adaptations, offering insight into why Arthur remains so popular—a hero whose story still speaks so eloquently to universal human needs and anxieties.

Arthur is a compound figure, a mix of historical figure, literary hero and sky god. Arthur is, undoubtedly, the most well-known of all Celtic figures — due, for the most part, to the mediaeval romances.

2025年3月7日 · The Vulgate Cycle (13th Century) The Vulgate Cycle, also known as the Lancelot-Grail Cycle, expanded the Arthurian corpus significantly. Comprising multiple interconnected texts, it emphasized Christian themes, particularly in The Quest for the Holy Grail, and solidified Lancelot’s prominence.This cycle introduced the notion of Arthur’s illegitimate son, Mordred, who ultimately leads to ...

2017年8月8日 · The legend of King Arthur, Camelot, and the Knights of the Round Table have been heavily influenced by Greek mythology. Think of it this way, the myths and legends of King Arthur are simply the Greek myths retold. Zeus would have instigated the whole King Arthur myth if it really did happen in any case.

2021年7月1日 · King Arthur uniting the British against the Saxons has become legend, even if it is a myth. Chroniclers often give him divine qualities, essentially making him

2019年2月11日 · Arthur: God and Hero in Avalon views Arthur in terms of comparative mythology, and argues that the Once and Future King remains relevant because his story speaks so eloquently about universal human needs and anxieties. The book discusses the tales of King Arthur, from the very earliest versions to the most recent film and television adaptations ...

Mythical Attributes: A legendary king who led Britain against Saxon invaders, associated with the ideals of chivalry and the quest for the Holy Grail. Role in Mythos: Arthur is the central figure in Arthurian legends, known for founding the knightly Order of the Round Table.

King Arthur, a legendary figure in British folklore, is deeply intertwined with Christian beliefs. Stories of his reign frequently highlight his devotion to Christian values and the pursuit of the Holy Grail, a symbol of divine grace.