Grendel is seen as one who exists outside of Germanic society because he would never make peace with any Dane, nor stop his death-dealing, nor pay the death-price. Because Grendel does not follow the custom of paying a death-price when one is killed, he is viewed as being anti-social and thus, an outcast from society. It is also important to note that Grendel is a descendent of Cain, who was also banished from society for killing his brother. ... Because this threat is unlike any other that Beowulf has ever encountered, he may accept this challenge against Grendel as a way to enhance his ow...

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In the epic of Beowulf, Beowulf expresses that he is loyal to his fellow Geats when he asks Hrothgar to watch over them if he is defeated by Grendel. ... In the epic of Beowulf, Beowulf defends King Hrothgar and the Danes from the blood-thirsty monster Grendel. ... After the defeat of Grendel, Beowulf is no longer just fighting for the well being of others, but becomes greedy for treasure, glory, and fame. ...

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Later in the story, the Spear Danes pray for mercy before God and ask for deliverance form Grendel, the evil monster. ... As in Beowulf, Beowulf shows great bravery in his battle against the evil monster, Grendel. ...

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