Corruption In Beowulf

Beowulf is a traditional story passed on from generations of a great legend who comes from Geatland to defend and protect a kingdom surrounded by corruption from a demented source of evil. The kingdom is outraged with fear and suffering with absolutely no help or hope of the people who inhabit it. Beowulf takes it on himself to save this kingdom from its’ troubles and ends up succeeding in the defeat of not one, but two evil monsters. Later on, Beowulf’s own kingdom would be tormented and destroyed and he must save the people once again. Throughout the story, Beowulf most definitely displays many attributes of a hero. One quality that Beowulf possesses is godly strength. During the battle with Grendel, the monster, Beowulf managed to climb on top of the great monster to bring harm upon him. The text says, “The monster’s hatred rose higher, but his power had gone. He twisted in pain, and the bleeding sinews deep in his shoulder …show more content…
When Beowulf’s kingdom was attacked, he could not fight on his own. Therefore, Wiglaf came to help defeat the dragon along side of his great King. Beowulf suffered an intense injury to his neck and was well aware that the final moments of his legendary life were to come to an end soon. As Wiglaf lay next to the King’s body, he listened to Beowulf speak of his battles and life with great pride. In the text, Beowulf says, “I’ve worn this crown for fifty winters: no neighboring people have tried to threaten the Geats, sent soldiers against us or talked of terror.” (Lines 744-747) Beowulf also says, “I can leave this life happy; I can die here, knowing the Lord of all my life has never watched me wash my sword in blood born of my own family.” (Lines 751-755) Beowulf has had the potential of losing his life in every battle fought, but he did not show any regret in them. He sacrificed his own life fighting for the sake of his beloved people, and he would not have it any other