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One thing that proves that Beowulf is a hero is that he leaves his homeland to help Hrothgar in the fight against Grendel. He does not get asked to do this but does it as a heroic deed. There are many other things that prove he is a hero but this one stands out the most.

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In the epic poem Beowulf, an epic hero by the name of Beowulf comes to the rescue of Hrothgar, who is being terrorized by a monster named Grendel. After a long journey Beowulf slayed Grendel and Grendel mother. Later in the poem Beowulf once again had to fight, but this time he had to fight a mystic dragon, that ended up taking Beowulf's life.

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Beowulf is divided into three parts, each part explains a different fight between Beowulf and another creature. It could be seen that each part represents a moral challenge faced by Beowulf against the Anglo- Saxon heroic code.

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An epic hero can differ among different stories. However, some common characteristics that can be present in many epic heroes are:
-> Fighting for a certain cause
-> Fighting to help a person, place, or idea
-> Loyalty
-> Devotion
-> Bravery

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The use of alliteration helps the poem flow and is used to help the reader and listening follow the story.
'Cunningly creeping, a spectral stalker
Hot-hearted Beowulf was bent upon battle
He had often haunted Hrothgar's house
How glutted with gore he would guzzle his fill'

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Constant support for someone or something.

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To praise, or honor.

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A person who is participates and is known for fighting.

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What role does religion play in Beowulf?

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What role does religion play in Beowulf?

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The story has roots in pagan Saxon religion, but when the poem was written most people had converted to Christianity. This causes some issues as the author is a christian who's beliefs are much different from the un- christian behavior of his characters.

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Kennings are two word metaphors that are used in beowulf to describe people and things with more of a dicription.
Sail road- Sea
The road that ships sailed on
Battle sark- Armor
What you wear in a battle

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Paganism depicted from old Medieval Christian ideas can be seen in the novel, "Beowulf." For example, Grendel is a descendent from Cain, who is apart of the Old Testament in the Bible.

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The instrument that was played in the mead-hall.

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The Mead-Hall where the people gather, eat, drink and boast.

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To talk about yourself in a confident manner.

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Tharaud, Barry, and Rockwell Kent. Beowulf. University Press of Colorado, 1996.

Beowulf, lines 702-709

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Loyalty
Loyalty is a major theme because of the way it impacts Beowulf at all points in the story. He is loyal to his people and expects them to be loyal to him in return.
Reputaitions
The idea of boasting is central in what everyone does in the epic. People step up and fight battles to be able to boast.