Battle Of Beowulf

The epic Beowulf was originally passed down generations by word of mouth. It was spoken in Old English by the Anglo-Saxons of England during the years 500 to 1100. Eventually, the epic was written down and added altercations by Christian monks wanting to implement a focus on God and rid the Pagan influence it held. The poem is about a hero by the name of Beowulf. He is a human but contains supernatural powers. This enables him to become a great fighter and leader. Upon hearing of a monster terrorizing a nearby kingdom in Denmark, Beowulf sets sail from Geatland, his homeland, to aid in the killing of this monster, named Grendel. There are a total of three major battles that Beowulf fought throughout the epic; all containing differences, like location, similarities, like outcomes, and a theme of good versus evil. The three major battles Beowulf fights in contain significant differences. The location and enemy of the
These monsters inflicted death on people, where as Beowulf protected them. In the epic, Grendel was said to be a descendant of Cain; who was the first to murder in the Bible and is closely associated with evil. Beowulf was a hero; he was bold, smart, strong, and willing to fight for humanity. The epic Beowulf contains the stereotypical, easy to see theme of good versus evil, with a hero protecting civilians from monsters.
There are similarities, differences, and a theme of good versus evil throughout the three major battles in Beowulf. Beowulf fought for humanity and was a hero for it. Having distinctive characteristics among the battles both separated and connected them in several ways. They were all centered around the theme of good versus evil. Beowulf fought and killed many monsters preserving prosperity and security for civilians. He was a savior to many; and in the end, suffered the ultimate