The Earl of Kent is an interesting character. He remains loyal and is true to the King even when he is banished.
When the King banishes Cordelia in the first scene of the play, Kent sees this as a foolish move and pleads with him to reconsider his decision. He sees the fury in Lear, when his daughter did not say what he wanted to hear, and knows this is just frustration and a short temper. Kent is trying to prevent Lear from making a ?rash? decision. However, Lear is still in his fury, does not listen, and instead banishes Kent as well. The Earl bids his goodbyes and expresses thanks to Cordelia for telling the truth.
?Reverse thy state,
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