Tuesday, April 23, 2019

At the end of the tale, the following quote appears:

"Now let no one say anything but good about women, because it is more fitting to conceal than to reveal something, even though one may know the true state of affairs."

                 -Kalinke, in Wilhelm, p. 223

This quote curiously seems to encourage deceit and secrecy, despite the theme of the rest of the saga which appeared to encourage honesty and purity. The comedic aspects of the tale perhaps use these final words as a last attempt to mock Arthurian romance, making clear the ridiculous ideals of the past.

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