This reference to the number seven when describing Beowulf again reveals how Beowulf is symbolic to Christ because the number seven is representative of perfection in the Bible, and Christ was known to be the only living symbol of perfection. ... The epic proves this symbolism by stating that Hrothgar did as follows: "He went to Beowulf, embraced the Geats" brave prince, wished him well, and hoped that Herot would be his to command." ...

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