The Canterbury Tales: Camparison between the Knight of Canterbury and King Arthur

King Arthur and the Knight of Canterbury 'King' and 'Knight' are such titles that seem to require power, confidence, and all rule. Yet in some cases it seems that the most important quality in these positions is sure chivalry. Both the Knight of The Canterbury Tales and King Arthur portray this chivalric and modest demeanor, and still hold to be great leaders and heroes among their societies. One who both lacks fear, and has the …

…position, but he also includes himself as a gentleman, and a man of truth and dignity. Never does he distinguish himself as an individual, or as one above anyone else. He is a man, just like any other, yet he carries the true meaning in his title. It is true that a King carries strength, courage, and authority, but it is the chivalric, modest, and yet heroic ones who come to be the real leaders.