Erik L. answered • 12/30/22
Master's Degree in English Writing, Literature and Publishing
In the Arthurian legend of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, Sir Gawain receives the green sash as a gift from the Green Knight. The green sash is a magical item that has the ability to protect the wearer from harm.
In the story, Sir Gawain accepts a challenge from the Green Knight, who proposes a game in which the two of them will exchange blows with an axe. Sir Gawain agrees to the challenge and is able to strike the Green Knight with the axe, but the Green Knight does not appear to be injured. The Green Knight then reveals that he is immortal and will return the blow to Sir Gawain in a year's time.
As the year passes, Sir Gawain sets out to find the Green Knight and fulfill his part of the bargain. Along the way, he is given the green sash by a lady who tells him that it will protect him from harm. Sir Gawain wears the green sash when he meets the Green Knight and is able to survive the blow from the axe, thanks to the protection of the sash.
The green sash is special because it has the ability to protect the wearer from harm. It is a symbol of Sir Gawain's courage and bravery as he faces the challenge of the Green Knight, and it ultimately helps him to emerge victorious.
Best,
Erik L.
