Bedivere facts for kids
Bedivere (Welsh: Bedwyr) is a famous character from the stories of King Arthur. He was a brave Knight of the Round Table. Bedivere was known as a fearless fighter and one of Arthur's most trusted knights.
In early legends, he was Arthur's cupbearer, someone who served drinks. Later stories say he was the one who returned Arthur's magical sword, Excalibur, to the Lady of the Lake. After this, he helped the injured King Arthur into a boat to take him to Avalon, a mythical island. Some legends even say Arthur made him ruler over Normandy. Bedivere is often linked with Sir Kay in these tales. His brother was Sir Lucan, and his cousin was Sir Griflet.
Who Was Sir Bedivere?
Sir Bedivere had a grandfather, also named Bedivere, who is said to have founded the city of Bayeux. Bedivere's father was named Amren, and he also had a daughter named Eneuavc.
Bedivere was one of the very first knights to join King Arthur's famous Round Table. He was also one of Arthur's earliest and most loyal followers.
Bedivere's Adventures
Bedivere went on many adventures with King Arthur. One famous story tells how he and Arthur fought a huge Giant at Mont Saint-Michel. During his battles, Bedivere bravely fought, even losing one hand.
He was one of only two people, the other being King Arthur, who survived the final battle known as the "Battle of Camlan." However, King Arthur was badly hurt in this battle and was near death.
Excalibur's Return
King Arthur gave Bedivere a very important task: to throw his magical sword, Excalibur, back into the lake from which it came. Bedivere found it hard to do this. He tried to trick Arthur twice, keeping the sword because it was so beautiful and powerful. But Arthur insisted. The third time, Bedivere finally threw the sword into the water. A hand rose from the lake, caught the sword, and pulled it under.
After this, Bedivere gently helped the injured King Arthur into a boat. This boat was meant to take Arthur to Avalon, a place where he could heal or rest forever. Some stories say Bedivere was later killed during a Roman campaign.
Images for kids
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William Henry Margetson's illustration for Legends of King Arthur and His Knights by Janet MacDonald (1914): "Sir Bedivere put King Arthur gently into the barge."
See also
In Spanish: Bedivere para niños
