Book 4, Canto 10 Summary

Scudamore recounts how he won Amoret at the Temple of Venus. He defeated twenty foes and many more trials on the way inside, and he acquired the shield of love. When he finally reaches Amoret, she is surrounded by Womanhood, Shamefastness, Cheerfulness, Modesty, Courtesy, and Obedience. They ask him not to take her, but once he displays the shield, they agree. Scudamore earns the hand and heart of Amoret, and they get married.

Book 4, Canto 10 Analysis

The shield of love is what allows Scudamore to pass Amoret's guardians. Without true love to guide him, he would not have triumphed. Because he feels more than lust, friendship, or any of the other myriad emotions mistaken for love, Scudamore is rewarded with the woman he loves.