The Temple of Peace! (And a new Arthurian Tale)

[@sebastianmelmoth685]

I had no idea poets like you still existed. I had shut my ears to beauty for so long. Thank you for opening the floodgates, dear Mr. Guite.

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

thank you - so glad to have opened those gates again

[@bloke1348]

Often feel there's an untapped potential for a marriage between this sort of narrative poetry and the graphic novel format.

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

That's an interesting thought. I wont be publishing this in graphic novel format, but it will be illustrated!

[@kenmandelin7812]

A tankard and a pipe also a little poetry. Very nice!

[@carlarthur4442]

Yes they seem to fit perfectly together

[@CryKing96]

I think this is my favourite KZbin channel right now

[@mattbrown9841]

Knowing you're in fair Albion, in the Temple of Peace, reading and writing poetry, is very comforting Malcolm.

[@caroledrury1411]

Thank God you exist I can’t tell you what it meant to me to come across your films or whatever they call it, coming to you from a tiny little house and studio in the woods of the northeast kingdom of Vermont. Keep these coming because I would go out of my mind if I didn’t know there was another kindred spirit out there. I have a guest house named the Dylan Thomas Guesthouse but I also have a Solarium and soon building a chapel of sorts which I may name after you’re wonderful idea of the temple of peace

[@michelleburke5674]

Excellent work. Well done! Love authentic style Arthurian tales, especially when the Christian elements remain strong.

[@DanielKellyFolkMusic]

So happy to see your muse has followed you, a fabulous addition to the Arthurian cycle. I always think of Frost when a road diverges, and Aslan's table when magic feasts appear.

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

yes indeed, and I am sure both Frost and Lewis knew these stories. Work proceeds apace and I have just finished my piece on Lancelot!

[@BeastrusKastrus]

I actually went to university and studied English Literature because I didn't really know what I wanted to do. That's when I fell in love with literature and poetry. These videos have reignited that passion. Love your videos. They've come to be my happy place.

[@Wilsonn_esquire]

Wondrous! A delight. Your muse is loyal, indeed.

[@gavenace3667]

Not only had you matched the rhyming cant of the other old English and Arthurian legends but so to have you truly added to the Legend itself in perfect matrimony. Truly a perfect piece that has only ever furthered the story. Thank you for such a wonderful piece Malcolm, peace be with you!

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Thanks for the encouragement!

[@gavenace3667]

@@MalcolmGuitespell well I am honored you responded. And, might I add, you have swiftly become my favorite KZbinr and poet!

[@RichardChartier-n5b]

Dear Mr. Guite I had just begun in my life for a couple of years been seeing the beauty of our surrounding world in people and nature also. But not in myself! I've been a giver much of my life and not much a taker. Thank you for these poetry and book lessons they sure delight me and sometimes fill my heart.

[@bacchushollywood2021]

Yep, definitely a troubadour.

[@thedreadtyger]

Melias! I had forgotten him, remembering only Dak. I wonder if between the Matter of Britain and that of France he was the ancestor of Ogier... Your rhymes, Father, again delight this old rustic.

[@toddscout5014]

I enjoyed a pipe and a “pint” while taking in this tale! It will be nice when the work is at last finished, and the book is out for sale!

[@moorshound3243]

Boom

[@SnowMutt]

Listening to your poems, various book passages and fireside chats are a perfect background for my drawing. Please keep making these videos!

[@pipegrump]

very nice addition to the Arthur tale. I am glad to see you getting along at the new place, though I do miss the half glass door into the old study. Best wishes sir.

[@janerobertson7659]

Thank you Malcolm - for inviting us to your new Temple of Peace,and for sharing your tale. I am glad the muse has found you.

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Thanks for listening

[@eleveneleven572]

I think I'm turning into Malcolm, not by design but by coincidence. Tolkien, Arthur (I moved from England to the Broceliande Forest in Brittany), pens, pipes, books, pewter tankards . 😂😂😂

[@carlarthur4442]

Thank you Malcolm 😊 really enjoyed your Arthurian tale and your new Abode of peace ✌️ Good Luck and best wishes .😊

[@KateKing217]

Wow, how utterly amazing and wonderful - love this space, you might fall asleep in there sometime. Off into Arthur’s world, won’t you come back to us with that utter beauty and truth. Thank you 🙏🏽 wow ♥️🙏🏽🇨🇦

[@anonfornow359]

Lovely. Thank you for sharing the Temple.of Peace 🙏🏻❤

[@cornbeef]

That was such a lovely poem! I'm so glad I've found your page and can watch you. I feel like I'm sat there listening to you with my own pipe and pint.

[@danallshaw1131]

Its like I'm listening to the Moody Blues. Glued to the tale.

[@taz473]

So glad i found your channel ❤

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Welcome!!

[@billbarrow8123]

Just wonderful you have landed safely and well set up...outside at least...beautiful temple!...😇 Blessings, Father Malcolm

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Thank you kindly

[@hermesnoelthefourthway]

I like this temple of peas. Nice. Will pod casts be done there? .... Merlin knelt in rapture by Dozmary pool on bodmin Moor, a huge green dragonfly hovered nearby on the lake, Morgan le fay hid by a nearby oak, the sultry afternoon wore on, the dragonfly convulsed, and turned into a shimmering sword, merlin cast his eyes to heaven in gratitude and rapture, against such a miracle Morgan le fay's powers were rendered redundant.....

[@clairey6407]

Wow! The muse certainly DID find you! That's wonderful 😃

[@olepops5021]

Bravo! All over the edge of my seat!

[@taireesalazar5876]

Truly a great magic exists in the spirit of your words and phrase! My thanks to you for the blessing of this wonderful tale

[@dnbeckmann]

Loved this, Malcolm. Thank you!

[@Joao-y7o5m]

Olá, sou do Brasil e estou gostando desse conteúdo.

[@anathema2579]

You bring an amazing joy to poetry, pipes, drinks, and nostalgia :D and a desire to live in a small room...

[@dalepiper6693]

That was great Malcolm..I loved your spirited rendition. The creative juices are certainly flowing in Norfolk 👏👏

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Thank you kindly

[@jarofclay8900]

I am destined to have known a famous muse! At least destined to have followed a famous muse! Am looking forward to what comes out of your Forum of Vespasian!

[@moorshound3243]

This is great. Thankyou for posting.

[@julialuminasalsa]

Such lovely tales!

[@UkeDad]

A pipe and a pint to you! Enjoyed your “Arthurian Tale” and look forward to the published work…

[@davidknox5929]

Blessings in your new home Malcolm.

[@algonquinbriar5647]

Thank you for sharing this wonderful work. I wish you continued beautiful writings in the new Temple of Peace. Cheers and be well.

[@Nighttrainpiper]

Cheers Malcom, from my Temple of Peace (a glorified shed with a step stool and small workbench) to yours.

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

excellent! someone should do an anthology of these places called '50 Sheds of Grey'!

[@johnpowercrassus2957]

Great writing sir. Cheers from Venezuela.

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Thanks and welcome

[@tomhillman9519]

Great stuff, Malcolm Guite. I look forward to more.

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

More to come!

[@thomasoconnor8880]

Thank you. Peace on your new home and on the next chapter in your life.

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

thanks!

[@tomblack2064]

Wow. That was enchanting

[@michaelkelleypoetry]

Wow! I don't think it was just the temple of peace that got bigger. I think your Muse has gotten bigger too! Wonderful addition to your Arthurian material!

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Thanks Michael!

[@mrmikeryan1]

Always a privilege hearing you tell a story or discuss a work. I'm going to buys some of your books to share with my family. Cheers!

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Wow, thank you!

[@5_GZ3kul]

love the video keep it up

[@69telecasterplayer]

So beautiful. And so glad I found your new place and found that God is blessing you even more.

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Thank you so much!

[@trendtraderx]

The best yet.

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

thanks!

[@dereknorrington4676]

Congratulations on your move Malcolm! I discovered your videos looking for anything I could find on Piranesi and your review of that book got me hooked to your channel and books. I really enjoyed your Poet’s Corner books and look forward to your Arthurian book.

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Thanks Derek

[@lorimorrison6539]

Your muse is truly magical! Oh how I loved the lilt and song and rhythm in all that! And I felt I understood it, too! Oh my!!! Will this be a book?

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

yes, and with beautiful illustrations, should come out late next year or maybe early the following one

[@lorimorrison6539]

@@MalcolmGuitespell I'm on the waiting list! Whenever I can be! You spoke at Regent once about the most beautiful poem, Piers Plowman. Your understanding and teaching brought forth all the delightful juices and beauty forth from it. So precious, breathtaking and profound! I have tried and tried to get that book you suggested but cannot find it. Do you know about how to find a copy? I won't keep bothering you! I hope to see you at HopeWords in person though. You've been such a gift to me! Thank you!

[@HaylieSings]

This was so beautiful. Tears!! I’m so thankful for your content here. 🍻

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

You are so welcome!

[@mrickenbacherwest]

fantastic, thank you!

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Glad you liked it!

[@OldGreyMare]

What a delight.

[@KenPierpont]

What percentage of the year does the weather allow you to work in the Temple of Peace? Do you have a source of heat? Is it ever to warm to work there?

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

I has no heating so its late spring, summer, and early autumn that I write in the TOP

[@RedcoatsReturn]

Beautiful!…what to play whilst listening to this great work of pure poetic perfection…Ravel Daphnis et Chloé….or….Wagner…Tristan and Isolde 🤔😊

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

If my Arthurian develops in the way I hope I will eventually be telling the Trisat and Iseult tale!

[@RedcoatsReturn]

@@MalcolmGuitespell Then…..all is clear! 😄😄😉👍👍

[@thedreadtyger]

a funny and true story for you--- i had the blessing of baptising two little boys, brothers, on my birthday some few years back. now, my birthday is 24 April and so falls between St George and St Mark. the boys' legal names are River and Tristan, so River became Mark and Tristan was christened George. and i alone inly laughed at the thought of the cruel or ignorant priest who would have reversed my better choice.

[@mattclassics]

I confess to not having yet got this far into Malory, but I prefer your version to the French Queste del Sant Graal, which I recently reread in the Penguin translation of Pauline Matarasso (because of your Arthurian poems, in fact!). Making the Knight who wounds Sir Melias fey instead of somehow angelic keeps the mystery and the same moral lesson but without the lack of grace in the French version. I feel that often they learn moral lessons in that book but not always grace! (Sometimes, though, the apparent lack of grace is in fact the manifestation of grace to raise someone to something higher, as with Lancelot) Anyway, I love these and will buy the book when you publish it!

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

thanks, yes I am both following the sources and varying from them, mainly to bring out a theology of grace!

[@DaBigArmyDude]

I’m wondering Malcom: should we write to address contemporary issues or should we write to point beyond contemporary troubles? This is at least a 3 pipe problem for me...

[@JohnRutherford205]

That depends a lot on personal philosophy. I know that Tolkien in "On Fairy Stories" wrote about escapism, particularly where fairy stories were concerned. Arthuriana is, at least partially, a fairy story. So, on the one hand, writing to a point beyond contemporary problems is a worthy pursuit. That said, there is a larger question on the poet's purpose in contemporary society. Often sidelined with the rest of the humanities as "useless subjects" not worthy of study and respect, but increasingly relied upon to seek sense and meaning in the horror and suffering of our age. Are poets society's conscience? Yes and no. If we follow Malcolm's example, he has done both. I started following his channel back at the beginning of his pandemic. His spells in the library brought me great comfort through lockdowns, loss, and indeed having COVID myself. His book, Quarantine Quatrains, was one I ordered as soon as it became available and indeed bought two copies. In it he delves into the struggles many experienced during quarantine, the loss and pain suffered by both COVID-patients/victims and their carers. I sincerely hope there is another edition of this work. It's become a point of pride in my own library. He is also writing escapism in his retelling of the Quest. The production of this work proves that one need not write either or, but can do both(with plenty of tobacco, study, patience, and revision). His writing provides both a much needed and necessary escape from suffering(both personal and generally), but also fearlessly confronts the world's issues. So do both. It's what I'm trying to do, anyway.

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

If we write about the perennial things they will always be relevant to contemporary issues!

[@KennyfuKennard]

Thank you

[@MrHwaynefair]

Brilliant!

[@lorimorrison6539]

It's all delightful, Dr. Guite! How may I hear your first part of the story?

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

if you look on my channel page there is a playlist with all the episodes so far

[@lorimorrison6539]

@@MalcolmGuitespell thank you so much! I will go there!

[@-NewtonPiper-]

A wonderfully written story Malcom and so full of wisdom. Thank you for sharing 😊

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@trendtraderx]

Duke Initiatives in Theology & Arts channel has just uploaded 'Inklings of Heaven: Creation and New Creation in the Work of Lewis and Tolkien' With Malcolm Guite and Judith Wolfe !

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

ah that's good to know

[@richardbunt2278]

Real cool

[@billmcclean6986]

Malcolm , how you Annalise the words of the procal harlam song, conquistador. Thank you

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

It's a great song, I think you just have to let it flow and draw what you can from each new listening

[@alibongo5545]

💚💚💚✨

[@josephhilditch2639]

Can you do a book recommendation video? Like a top ten novels to read?

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

thanks for asking but I don't think that would work with this particular format. In a way every book I feature in these films is a book recommendation, but I would never do a 'top ten' as I dislike that implicitly competitive format

[@TheMidwestPiper]

Just came across your channel yesterday. Just love it. What sort of pipe tobacco do you like to smoke? These videos are great and your writing is excellent!

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

thanks = I smoke Kendall Black Cheer and Peterson's Navy Rolls

[@cuchulain55]

No NOTZ power only GOD alone has sole power there is NO hierarchy in power.

[@Delonius]

I have just come upon your work and I am smitten. You are surely a savant. I need good classical Books in my life and I struggle to find them. What type of book is written in this way? Almost like a novel in verse? Do you have any you would recommend? at least, until yours is finished so I may be blessed by it!

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

There are hardly any modern ones, but a good place to start for the narrative poem would be Keats's Eve of St. Agnes and Coleridge's Rime of the Ancient Mariner

[@socratesfriend745]

You are very interesting

[@markmartin3040]

Please increase sound