# What Honor and Reputation means in Le Morte d’Arthur

> Knights are driven by the pursuit of worship (honor) and fear of shame, with actions like yielding in battle, avenging slights, and defending ladies' beauty directly tied to their social standing.

## Explanation

Knights are driven by the pursuit of worship (honor) and fear of shame, with actions like yielding in battle, avenging slights, and defending ladies' beauty directly tied to their social standing.

Caxton argues for Arthur's place among the Nine Worthies and stresses the importance of fame and renown achieved through chivalric deeds.

Arthur forgives those who delayed him, demonstrating magnanimity and the honorable conduct expected of a king.

The tourney awards honor to Sir Kay, Lucas, and Griflet, and the knights strive to prove their prowess.

Knights perform deeds of arms to gain honor, and the act of remounting fallen comrades is a chivalric duty.

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