Heorot

Beowulf prepared for the fight physically, spiritually, and mentally. However, Beowulf knew that if he were to fight the Dragon with his bare hands that he would die. Beowulf realized that he needed armor and weapons. Beowulf prepared himself for the battle with the Dragon by getting armor made of iron because it would protect him more compared to wood. In addition to the armor, Beowulf also brought a shield and weapons such as a sword and a knife. Beowulf must have felt confident because he…

In Hrothgar’s speech to Beowulf, Hrothgar tells Beowulf about Heremod, a past king who ruled evilly, in hopes that he will learn from Heremod's mistakes. Hrothgar also gives Beowulf advise on what kind of king he should be. Hrothgar begins his speech by describing how Heremod was a different kind of king, in that he only brought misery to the Danes. Hrothgar went on to tell how Heremod “vented his rage on the men he caroused with, killed his own comrades (lines 1713-1714).” I believe Hrothgar…

In the epic poem, Beowulf has three main battles. He fights Grendel, Grendel’s mom, and a dragon. Throughout the poem, Beowulf expresses bravery and courage to fight such demonizing monsters. Beowulf has special abilities that enable him to accomplish tasks that no other human man could possibly do. For this reason, his legendary name is known throughout the word as one of the best warriors ever to step foot on this Earth. Not only do they say he is the best, but they have proof that he is the…

Accident. It wasn’t his weakness that had caused it-- it was an accident. The famous epic of Beowulf has transcended many moral values through time.The first monster Beowulf faces is Grendel, A great beast who devoured many human beings. Grendel is one of the antagonist of Beowulf, and we see him through the eyes of Beowulf and the Geats. Grendel portrays the inner thoughts and motives of Grendel, by letting the reader glimpse through his eyes. By looking at the battle between Beowulf and…

Many differences can be found between the film Beowulf and Grendel and the original epic. These differences range from adding multiple characters to getting more in depth about the origins of Grendel. They even go as far as making the great, godlike Beowulf merciful. This compassionate character comes about as the film progresses, but we see no change whatsoever in the Beowulf of the epic. This huge change in the protagonist reveals that our modern culture has altered greatly from the culture…

Within chapters thirteen through twenty-four, several elements of the warrior code are present. At the start of chapter 14, lines 925-928, “Hrothgar stood at the top of the stairway and stared at Grendel’s claw, swinging high from that gold-shining roof. Then he cried: “Let God be thanked!” From these lines, it seems as though the noble and heroic actions of Beowulf are related back to God. Beowulf’s act of heroism against Grendel has, in turn, improved his status with not only the Danes but God…

The story Beowulf is an epic tale about a valiant warrior who faces the battles of evil. His admirable strength and courage enable him to stand against the adversary and protect people who are weaker than he. This story takes place in Herot where a beastly descendant of Cain attacks King Hrothgar’s mead hall during festivities. Beowulf travels by sea from his home, Geatland to Herot and requests to speak to King Hrothgar. The King recalls his friendship between Beowulf’s father. Hrothgar…

Leadership in Beowulf Beowulf displays multiple examples of leadership characteristics and qualities. Leadership is a tough quality to develop and use, but Beowulf makes it look as if it is completely natural to him. Beowulf is a leader because he risks his own life to save others, people count on him to win battles, and he has confidence in his abilities. Beowulf risks his own life to save others. He and fourteen other warriors come to Hrothgar’s aid when the monster, Grendel, attacks his…

People wander through life searching for meaning or a purpose for one’s existence, and many find it troubling and depressing to come home every day without a clue. The living monster comes out when the answer is not revealed, cast away by society for not fitting in. Subdued in a cave for all eternity, as the society’s outcast of the world, is the life that Grendel is condemned to live. For as long as he shall live, Grendel, more in touch with his inner monster than others, will stay, “the G-d…

Beowulf, the epic hero, is the man who fears nothing. He will fight anyone or anything because he is one of the bravest of them all. When a demon attacked the town of Herot, Beowulf traveled from Geatland to try and save the town from the demon names Grendel. He battled many battles during his time in Herot. All in hopes of protecting his town from all evil. King Hrothgar and his men were happy and celebrating the earth when they disturbed a powerful monster living in the darkness named Grendel…