The Qualities Of A Viking Warrior

The vikings were strong warriors and admired the warriors for their heroism. In the article “English and Norman Society” the author said, “It was a self-perpetuating dynamic fuelled by expansion and warfare in which the value of a man was determined by his warlike ability: the lord led warriors; the warrior fought for his lord,”(Ibeji). The vikings sought in importance in the job of warriors. They were viewed as strong, powerful and heroes to their country. In the article,” A Brief History of the Vikings” it said, “ man’s reputation was everything to a Viking. Quick wit, bravery and action were among the key attributes for a Viking warrior, but to be remembered for great deeds was the most important of all,”(Mason). They valued this because of their lifestyle they lived of taking land, getting power, and being brave. …show more content…
In the poem it said,“The Spear-Danes in days gone by and the kings who ruled them had courage and greatness. We have heard of those princes' heroic campaigns,” (Beowulf 1-3) Being heroic is what they strived to be and was celebrated heavily along nations. In Year of the Hyenas, Semerket was the hero that saved Egypt. In the novel it said, “ You were the one, Semerket- the terrible truth-teller-who opened all our eyes at last....thanks to you,”(Geagly 291). The Pharaoh honored all that Semerket has done from discovering the murder, the tomb robbers, and an attempt to save the Pharaohs life. His heroism has resigned into his Pharaoh's heart. Moreover, the cultures have their way to display heroism and honor the heroic