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Beowulf, Virtues Of A Hero
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Ideals of conduct that are most respected by a particular society are often conveyed through the qualities of the heroic character in an epic poem. Beowulf exemplifies many of the characteristics admired by the Anglo-Saxon culture. Four virtues demonstrated in Beowulf were courage, stren ....
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....t the he needs no weapon and fears none.' He understands that the monster can use his own weapons against him, and that '[his] hands alone shall fight for [him], struggle for life against the monster.' His cunning is again palpable with his plan to wait in the hall for Grendel.
All of the characteristics that Beowulf possesses must have been the same as those admired by the Anglo-Saxons. Those in society would aspire to be like Beowulf, and in turn gain these qualities. The traits that are ad.... |
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