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Since Cid in their language is lord in ours,
I'll not
begrudge
begrudge
you all such honours.
Corneille - Le Cid
Since Cid in their language is lord in ours,
I'll not
begrudge
you all such honours.
Word:
bestow
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Question:
Why does the speaker not begrudge giving "all such honours" to Cid when it means "lord" in their language?
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Answer (optional):
The speaker does not begrudge giving "all such honours" to Cid when it means "lord" in their language because Cid has performed great deeds that show his merit, such as saving the country from enemies, securing the sceptre firmly, and defeating the Moors. These exploits deny the King the means of just reward for anything, so when the two captive kings name him their Cid in the King's presence, the King is happy to grant him this honor and let his name strike fear in Granada and Toledo, as it shows Cid's worth to the King and what the King owes him.
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