49 of Monty Python's most absurdly funny jokes and quotes

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Published 21st Mar 2018, 10:32 BST
Updated 21st Mar 2018, 12:16 BST
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The work of legendary comedy ensemble Monty Python has been entertaining fans for nearly 50 years with its wonderfully surreal wit. And there are fresh reasons to celebrate the group's legacy.

Bizarre song-packed movie The Meaning Of Life turns 35 next week, while Netflix is adding a whole load of films and TV from the ensemble in April.

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So here are some of Palin, Chapman, Idle, Jones, Cleese and Gilliam's finest (and funniest) jokes and quotes to savour.

From Monty Python and the Holy Grail

"Strange women lying in ponds distributing swords is no basis for a system of government."

Bedevere: "What makes you think she is a witch?" Peasant: "She turned me into a newt." Bedevere: "A newt?" Peasant: "Well I got better."

"I am an enchanter. There are some who call me...Tim."

Black Knight: "Tis but a scratch." King Arthur: "A scratch? Your arm's off!"

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