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Originally Posted by Arminius
As for the Arthurian legends as we've come to know them today I'd say they were also largely influenced by the myths and legends and culture of European paganism as well. Particularly Celtic which is neither Anglo-saxon nor French-Norman but something older perhaps Pictish [similar to the Basque region of Europe which claims an older origin than the dominant European groups.]
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While some of the Arthurian tale may have roots in paganism just as Christianity does, it is very particularly a christian story, as the goal of the Knights of the Round Table are quested to find the Holy Grail.