The Mythological Analysis Of Beowulf

In this Mythological Analysis I will be discussing historical context, worldview, psychological context, and contemporary context. To explain the historical context in Beowulf, one must relate events from the story to the culture during the time period. The first event is when Beowulf sails from Geatland to Daneland where Hrothgar rules. During this time period, men often had to seek a livelihood in places beyond their homeland. The land was divided among sons until nothing was left to give, and to have nothing was unacceptable in Nordic culture. Another event that stood out was the ceremony in the mead hall, where Beowulf’s encounter with Grendel takes place. Before Grendel arrives, Hrothgar is giving gifts to the town’s people; which ranged from about seventy to eighty people. This kind of relationship is very important to cement a king’s power. The mead hall was the center of civilization and …show more content…
In the story the call to adventure would be when Beowulf hears of Grendel and heads to Daneland. Not only historically would this decision make sense, but even in modern times as a person enters adolescence in society they must look for opportunities to ensure a secure future. Crossing the threshold for Beowulf would be when Grendel enters the mead hall and goes from legend to reality. Often this happens in life when someone is educated on an issue but has not had it affect their life personally. When it does they enter a new state of consciousness and cannot return to the previous state completely. The abyss would be diving down to Grendel’s mothers home, lacking enhanced strength. This point in life is when the most obstacles are in the way, mostly life or death matters. The road of trials span over a long period of time in which Beowulf must fight a dragon after living as a hero. Resurrection is the legend that survives after Beowulf’s physical death in the