The Importance of Honor and Loyalty in King Henry's Letter

This chapter explores a letter written by King Henry in both modern English and Middle English. It discusses the greetings and salutations sent to Henry's subjects in Huntingtonshire, and emphasizes the importance of the councilors chosen by the king and the people to act with honor, loyalty, and for the good of the realm. The letter also commands all faithful and loyal men to observe and maintain the statutes made by the council, with a strong emphasis on upholding their oaths and helping each other against bribery. It concludes by stating that anyone opposing this decree will be treated as the king's mortal enemies.