People throughout life all grow up looking up to a hero. Who was yours? In the Hero’s Journey it explains the life of a hero. It starts with they find their calling then they go through many challenges and in the end meet there match that leaves them remembered as a great hero. In Beowulf the story he hears about a place called Herot which has been under attack for twelve years by a great monster (Grendel) and so he decides that he is going to take on the mighty beast.…
The epic poem Beowulf tells a story of a hero coming from a different land to lift the shroud of evil off Herot. Hero’s in an epic poem must exemplify traits of bravery, strength, courage, and the want to achieve immortality through heroic actions and deeds. In the poem Beowulf the main character Beowulf exemplifies all of these traits. Bravery, all epic heroes possess this trait especially Beowulf. The beginning of the story, Grendel travels into Herot and kills thirty people.…
In Beowulf, I found myself idolizing over the strong and fearless hero. He was what I would call “the perfect hero”, because not only did he get the job done, but he did it so with honor and modesty. In some cases it reminded me of the movie Hercules, where Hercules tried to show off as much as possible and show that he was better than everyone else to gain fame. While Beowulf used his famous strength to help those in need not to just gain fame, but because he knew he was undoubtedly the only one who could help.…
He is known as the son of “ A noble warrior- lord name Ecgtheow” or as “The Great leader”. Beowulf saying in a boastful manner to king Hrothgar of Denmark,“Because all knew of my awesome strength. They had see me bolstered in the blood of enemies when I battled and bound five beasts, Raided a troll-nest and in the night-sea slaughtered sea-brutes” (lines 417-421) from Beowulf: A New Verse Translation by Seamus Heaney. From this quote you see what Beowulf is know for. Which is being a archetypical hero.…
Beowulf is the tale of a man with godlike strength and the will of a mighty dragon, he is a well known warrior that has accomplished an incredible amount of feats. Beowulf is an exact representation of joseph campbell’s call to adventure. Where a hero hears about the danger and then must gather himself to cross the threshold and defeat the guardian of the threshold either by reason or by killing him. The guardian must be killed in order for the hero to make it fully across the threshold and make his way to his final goal.…
What makes a hero? Is it the long luxurious hair, the blindingly white teeth, or perhaps to dashingly good looks? No, what makes a hero is something much more than physical appearance but rather how well they reflect their culture. The concept of a hero is not a new one in fact it resonated through all human history, every civilization has had their own version of a hero. The heroes in these civilizations are all a reflection of what characteristics that culture finds favorable.…
Yolanda Kelly British Literature October 5, 2015 Beowulf: The Demise of a Hero in the Anglo-Saxon Culture In the epic poem, "Beowulf" fought many monsters. Although Beowulf probably fought these monsters to build a legacy for himself, and he did physically have to fight the monster in the poem; the monster he is said to have really fought is himself. There are many demerits and merits to this statement as well as many pros and cons. Many people consider the monster Beowulf fought to be his inner self; his thoughts, his attitude, his personality, and even his entire demeanor.…
During times in which people are desperately in need, they always seem to turn to the same person for guidance, a hero. This distinguished leader is composed of various qualities that are vital to their heroic makeup. Throughout history people have been taught the stories of many real and fictional hero’s that have graced our world with their presence. Among these influential leaders is a man named Beowulf. Needless to say it is no coincidence that he is remembered as a great hero.…
Nicholas Reynolds Professor Dow ENG 215-001 7 October 2014 Beowulf’s Loyalty The chivalric code in the Middle Ages stressed the importance of humility, integrity, loyalty, piety, and honesty. In the epic poem Beowulf, our hero does not fall short of these virtues. Throughout the poem, Beowulf demonstrates qualities that embody the ideals of his culture. Beowulf sails to the Danes to help them slay a monster and its terrifying mother.…
But there are two authors of the story, the scop’s and the monks. With different beliefs and contrasting values. The aim of the monk teaching about Christian ideology while the scop will focus more on entertainment and the way of the pagan culture. The shift between the two can easily be seen when reading Beowulf. The scop will emphasize more on the battles then the monk will change these battles to involve some type of reference to the christian faith.…
What Makes an Epic Hero? The story Beowulf is England’s earliest masterpiece originated from the Anglo-Saxon poem. Beowulf is considered as the longest and greatest surviving Anglo-Saxon poem. Through Beowulf we can understand what the Anglo-Saxons valued.…
The Good, the Bad, and Beowulf Although no confirmation can be made regarding Beowulf’s author, an indisputable aspect of the great epic poem is its Anglo-Saxon origin. In fact, this Old English influence plays a significant role in the work, and ultimately governs the behaviors and conduct demonstrated in the poem. These heroic code behaviors exemplified typically include: a courtly demeanor, unparalleled strength, and valor. However, perhaps the most prominent value evidenced in Beowulf, is the inherent display of morality.…
To further grant greatness upon Beowulf, King Hygelac gives Beowulf richest from his own treasury. These numerous interactions of gifts and wealth between these three men show great admiration between them and strengthen the alliance that the two kingdoms share. The theme of the heroic code is ever present in Beowulf. Not only is the heroic code about strength, courage and honour, it’s also about loyalty and generosity.…
Men could increase their reputation by living in accordance with the heroic code. The men of Beowulf’s time are expected to abide by this code. The heroic code values traits such as strength, courage, and honour. Men who display these traits and live by the code are seen as honourable and are respected as great warriors.…
Beowulf was a strong, brave warrior. He fought against many enemies and was victorious, until his streak was ended by a fierce dragon. People still look up to Beowulf as a hero because of all he has done. Beowulf proved that with courage and strength, anything is possible. For Beowulf’s first battle, he needed to fight and defeat Grendel.…