1. Heroism
Proud and humble, Christian and pagan, Beowulf's character encompasses many seeming contradictions. ... In the time when this epic was first told though being that self-assured was not a bad thing. ... His concerns before his battle with Grendel were not of death or pain to his person, but what should be sent to his lord and who should look after his men should he fail. ... In his battle with Grendel his dedication to his men is not the only quality shown. ... This need for fame was again not looked down upon in early Anglo-Saxon culture. ...
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- Approx Pages: 2
- Grade Level: High School