He is the strongest of all men, and never backs down from a challenge. ... Which are all important when it comes to warrior societies. ... While he was not perfect or without sin, it was "said that of all the kings upon earth he was the man most gracious and fair-minded, and kindest to his people" (lines 3180-3182).Beowulf was one of the best kings that was yet to be seen by the people. And they all openly mourned his death. ... When the Green Knight challenges Arthur to a battle, it is Sir Gawain who steps up to the plate, and accepts the challenge on his Kings behalf. ...

• Word Count: 2583
• Approx Pages: 10
• Grade Level: High School

He is the strongest of all men, and never backs down from a challenge. ... There was no one stronger, or braver for Beowulf to call to help slay the dragon because he was the strongest of all. ... While he was not perfect or without sin, it was "said that of all the kings upon earth he was the man most gracious and fair-minded, and kindest to his people" (lines 3180-3182). Beowulf was one of the best kings that was yet to be seen by the people. And they all openly mourned his death. ...

• Word Count: 2599
• Approx Pages: 10
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

Much of Beowulf is devoted to articulating and illustrating the Germanic heroic code, which values strength, courage, and loyalty in warriors; hospitality, generosity, and political skill in kings; ceremoniousness in women; and good reputation in all people. ... All of the characters' moral judgments stem from the code's mandates. ... Yet Beowulf also demonstrates the sort of restraint proper to kings when, earlier in his life, he refrains from usurping Hygelac's throne, choosing instead to uphold the line of succession by supporting the appointment of Hygelac's son. But si...

• Word Count: 3090
• Approx Pages: 12