Throughout the years Anglo Saxon values foster a culture of violence. One example, is that before fights they would verbally abuse each other, then they would fight. Also, before fights they would bast about the fight. In addition, Beowulf would fight with his bare hands they would rarely use swords. Lastly, is that they people are rewarded for their fight. They are also given weapons and armor for their fight. To add, when they found gold or treasure, most of it was used for weapons and armor. The beliefs that the Anglo Saxons had on violence is that they should always talk before they fight. In addition, the Anglo Saxons believe that they should be honored after they fight. In Beowulf, after Beowulf fought Grendel a celebration was held for
