When he killed Grendel he was named as the King of that village. He is loyal to King Hrothgar, who once saved his father this is shown by his arrival to kill the monsters threatening Herot. He also shows he is loyal to his own king by bringing the gifts from Hrothgar back home, when no other man was able to do so. Loyal to his own men, by his decision to stay with them and sleep in the same place rather than a place of honor. Loyalty is shown because of the character he had, until he made one mistake of not killing Grendel’s mother. This showed him that he shouldn't of betrayed his village, and had a couple of consequences. The reason of his courage and strength were because he wanted to conquer his village and not have trouble with these monsters. In the end he kills the dragon and it’s mother by puncturing the dragons heart. Beowulf then died and was burn with his treasure and things he had.…
While being written centuries apart, Beowulf and Lord of The Flies share a prevailing idea of loyalty. Beowulf, being king, is supported by his one loyal thane, Wiglaf. Ralph has his loyal friends, Piggy and Simon. The addition of a faithful companion by your side, means that you will never have to face hardships alone. They’ll never desert you in dangerous situations nor will they leave you for a more tempting offer.…
In the epic Beowulf, translated by Seamus Heaney, Beowulf’s first intention when traveling to the Daneland was to keep his father’s friendship with Hrothgar intact. Although Beowulf had a sounds cause for traveling to the Daneland, the fame and glory Beowulf later received became his main focus and motivated him to continue entering life threatening battles. This piece of literature showcases the accomplishments and celebrations of a young Geat named Beowulf. Throughout the entire epic, Beowulf has many achievements which influence his god-like appearance within the Anglo-Saxon society. The average reader may be so mesmerized with his talents, they might overlook the fact that Beowulf continues to enter battles in order to boost his self…
Beowulf, in the reader’s perspective is a very strong and noble man. As the poem says, “Nor have I seen a mightier man-at-arms on this earth than the one standing here: unless I am mistaken, he is truly noble. There is mere hanger-on in a hero’s armour.” (244-251). He is noble because he knows his possible consequence of fighting but does not fear death. Beowulf…
He would battle in the times even when other warriors did not want to. Beowulf saved people that he did not know and sometimes they were not even from his land. If he believed it was just and right he would put his life on the line to save other innocent lives.…
Beowulf also has the character trait of bravery. He goes before all others when things go bad. He would rather risk his own life, than to see someone else risk theirs. He asked a favor to the ruler…
Beowulf loyalty that runs further than what he done for Hrothgar he has slayed water beast and many he also goes on about you must overcome your fear and be brave and never give and beowulf loyalty to his people and the people he meets along the way…
My synopsis is going to be about two heroes. One of which is a literary hero from a famous world renowned poem called, “Beowulf”. The other hero is just as popular, but this hero has fought for the equal rights of African Americans. His name is Martin Luther King Jr. Both hero’s share similar qualities and traits that a hero must have. This essay will give you fact upon fact of how both heroes’ are great men.…
Loyalty is one of the most important qualities a man can have, the Anglo-Saxons possessed this quality and kept it sacred. Beowulf's honor and loyalty saved Hrothgar country and his beloved people. "Nor have I see a mightier man-at-arms on this earth than the one standing here: unless I am mistaken , he is truly noble. This is no mere hanger - on in a herds armor." (244- 251) This quote is showing the loyalty Beowulf beholds and that the people cherish so much. Beowulf stands upon others with his loyalty to his king. He drops everything and helps Hrothgar each time he needs him , conquering Grendel, his mother, and the dragon. However not only Beowulf is loyal in the text, almost every other character in Beowulf is loyal to someone, in their own way. Beowulf most importantly emphasizes the significance of loyalty. Beowulf could have if he was willing too could've seized the throne from Hygelac or Hrothgar, but he is much too loyal to ever betray his friends and battle against them. This…
The Old English poem, Beowulf, is arguably the first writings that highlights the battle between man and dragon and portray a Scandinavian warrior who is destine to rule a kingdom. The age-old question of fighting for glory or fighting for riches is tested, as the story begins with a young warrior who battles his way to become king and in the end give his life for his kingdom. After a successful reign as king, the story leads the hero to a final battle with the fantastic dragon. The question, that has been put before the readers is one of motive for Beowulf’s battle of the dragon. It has been put upon us to decide if Beowulf was fighting the dragon for personal glory or for the protection and safety of his kingdom. In this writer’s…
Beowulf claims God like properties and traits classic of an epic hero, however alike may epic heroes Beowulf is limited by his morality and is subject to a tragic downfall. Beowulf is constantly caught up in efforts to rid the world from evil through his benevolent deeds to humanity. Though many may label Beowulf as a Utilitarian due to his great accomplishments in the name of God, his acts towards the betterment of humanity were by products if his own selfish quest to achieve greatness. Furthermore, Beowulf often lacks extremism and fails to anticipate the future choosing instead to finalize his own fate rather than endowing his people with substances truly beneficial to their survival.…
Imagine thousands of years from now, the remains of the modern American culture were discovered, and those discoveries would determine what was valued and believed in the culture. That's what happened to the Anglo-Saxons, a group of people who inhabited Great Britain during the fifth century. They were a mix of tribes from Germany, Denmark and the Netherlands, and were much like the Vikings in the sense they had to raid and invade other towns in their early years. Although the Anglo-Saxons were a savage group, the archaeological and literary discoveries clarify that they valued loyalty, wealth, and warriors above all else.…
Beowulf grew up a fighter and knew he was destined for greatness in battle as one of the most supreme warriors to roam the mortal world. Beowulf was not fond of recognizing personal downfalls and weakness. Instead, he carried himself with confidence, a sense of swagger, and the heart of a lion. The hero of the time, was much more interested in fighting and building his individual reputation rather than taking over King Heardred’s throne. When the time comes where Beowulf is forced to step into the spotlight and become king, he does not just accept the normal responsibilities that come with being king. Beowulf takes the task by the horns, he doesn’t let his new duties blind…
What is loyalty? Never cheating in a relationship? Your dog never running away? Or is it always being a good friend? Maybe loyalty isn’t an action at all. Many people try to decipher the real meaning of loyalty, but it has a unique meaning to each person. There are three different examples of how loyalty is viewed differently; in the story Beowulf, through a teenager’s life, and in the movie The Lion King. Each will display different views of loyalty and point out many similarities as well.…
Part A- Beowulf like all epic hero’s is strong loyal and brave. These characteristic are what define Beowulf, and instill fear is his enemies. He boasts about “(driving) / five great giants into chains” (248-249) and “In the blackness of night, hunting monsters” (251). Beowulf protects his followers and king, and is proud of his accomplishments. He strives for greatness, his words are arrogant but his actions shine through his overbearing pride and give him the capability to be heroic. (Part B) Beowulf is an epic hero; he takes great pride in his actions, unlike Grendel who feels jealous of humans which causes him to be spiteful towards them: “ Grendel snatched at the first Geat / He came to (and) Ripped him apart” (313-314). Grendel’s pride lays in the fear he instills on humans, without pride Grendel would be a monster with no motive to kill. Furthermore, Beowulf’s pride stems…