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character analysis

Has A strong physical presence

The monk is portrayed as a man who enjoys the pleasures of life such as hunting and fine foods .

The monk prioritizes material pleasures over spiritual enlightenment raising questions about true purpose of religious life .

His character reflects a growing sense of individualism during chaucer's time where personal desires begin to take precedence over collective religious duties .

The Monks Wealth and status allow him to live a life of comfort which raises questions about the relationship between class and religious authority during the medieval period .

He spends his money on hunting expeditions , equipment, and lavish clothing .

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1. riding a horse, which he was not to do (171-172)​

2. ignored rules of his order (177-178)​

3. was “progressive” but supposed to be poor(199-200)​

4. owned dogs, which he was not to do (193-194)​

5. expensive clothing (fur on sleeve) when monk is to be poor (197-198)​

6. fat (opposite of his vows) (203-204)​

IS satirized for his weight and careless​

(THINK ABOUT) Character Analysis- How does the description of The Monk differ from the lifestyle you know a monk should have?​

(THINK ABOUT) Social Commentary How does Chaucer show his opinions on the church through his description of these spiritual characters?​

Chaucer sees the church showing he portray religious figures like the pardoner and the friar as corrupt and hypocritical emphasing the disparity between their roles and actions ​

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The monk speaks in a moralistic and elevated tone his speech shows aspects of his personality and values.

monk states '' Death comes for all no one can escapes death , not alexander the great , not Julius Caesar nor any of the other mighty figures mention .

Its revealed The monk preaches humility but lives in wealth

He ignores the emotion of others and has a sense of detachment he sticks to his moral of his message continuing with tragic stories one after another .

The monk study prayer and isolation and meditation he indulges in wealth , fine clothing and jewelry ,fine fur

The monk behaves above the rules and arrogant king like.

He had fined luxurious gray fur , he had a gold pin symbolling his love for wealth and luxury . how he moves with confidence and self importance and comfort .

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summary of the monks tale.

The monk start its tale saying he will recount the stories of several notable tragic figures ,emphasizing that they all faced misfortune despite their previous greatness .

The monks tale is a series of tragic stories about notable historical and mythical figures who experience great misfortune and downfall .The monk emphasis on the transitory nature of fortune serves as a powerful reminder tat no one is immune to the trials of life ,regardless of their status or accomplishments.

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The monk tales he tells a variety of different life stories like falling off my tale describes the fall of King Tez, a once proud and mighty ruler whose arrogance and pride led to his downfall. Despite his grand wealth and power, his greed and coldness consumed his reign. Betrayed by fortune and abandoned by his people, he lost his kingdom, riches, and dignity. The story highlights themes of humility, the fleeting nature of power, and the enduring wisdom that pride and arrogance ultimately lead to ruin. The moral emphasizes that all glory is temporary, and wisdom prevails over pride.