# Bishop of Ely — Henry V character guide

> Bishop of Ely in Henry V by William Shakespeare.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Ely

**First appearance:** 0003-act-i-scene-i

## Who they are

A bishop who supports the Archbishop of Canterbury's arguments.

## In the story

### [Scene I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/henry_v_se/chapters/act-i-scene-i)

Ely discusses the threat of the bill and praises Henry's transformation.

### [Scene II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/henry_v_se/chapters/act-i-scene-ii)

Supports Canterbury's argument and encourages Henry to emulate his ancestors.

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