43). This quote displays us that not only did Beowulf defeat Grendel, but he defeated Grendel with just his bare hands. This example confirms the characteristic of how Beowulf is an epic hero by completing a great deed with great strength and courage. Another characteristic someone may see in Beowulf, is him being a great warrior. Before a hero completes a journey in his epic, he must establishes his name another way.
EXPLANATION. These are only some examples of on how the Anglo-Saxons characterize Beowulf as an epic hero. What makes an epic hero is very similar to what makes a universal hero in modern day society. In today’s world a universal hero can mean anything from a superhero to a citizen who is hero like. Many superheroes have one tough opponent that is harder to defeat than others and some have supernatural powers.
Matt Eisenschmid Mr. Bloh English 3, Period 8 February 3, 2014 Beowulf: A True Epic Hero Throughout the history of literature many heroes have been created and observed in epic quests and stories. Many of the greatest stories about heroes are told in poems such as The Odyssey, The Iliad, and Beowulf. The heroes in these poems are defined “epic” by their valiant actions and the massive scale of their quests. An epic hero is more than just any typical brave soul; this type of hero does much more than saving a princess. The true definition of an epic hero is a character that will take on any challenge even it risks death, posses’ godly strength and ability, and finally will valiantly sacrifice themselves for the good of their people and ideals.
Even the Merriam-Webster Dictionary has immensely different definitions for the word, such as “a mythological figure, often of divine descent, endowed with great strength or ability” or simply “a man admired for his achievements and noble qualities.” The poem Beowulf portrays the main character, Beowulf, as an exemplar hero in Anglo-Saxon times. He was courageous, proud, and valiant in battle. While the Anglo-Saxon ideals of heroism set forth in Beowulf have many superficial similarities to those of modern times, there are many subtler differences that show how the concept of heroism has evolved over time. In every time period, courage and bravery have been key characteristics a hero must possess. Throughout the entire poem Beowulf sustains these qualities with every monstrous encounter he faces.
He overcame bullying, Mr.Turner, and even his own Father. The second hero in October sky is John Hickam. John's most important traits are being Dedicated, having the power to save others, and being brave. In terms of being dedicated Mr.Hickam was in love with the mine. It was his life and he cared for it very dearly.
In the story of Beowulf there are many demonstrations of Beowulf’s superhuman strength, but there is one event that stands out the most. That event occurred during the battle of Beowulf and the monster Grendel, in which Grendel finally is defeated. “He twisted in pain,/ and the bleeding sinews deep in his shoulder/ snapped, muscle and bone split/and broke”(105-108). Beowulf is so strong, that he is able to rip Grendels arm off. Grendel is a big, evil monster who would kill humans, so it is no easy task ripping Grendels arm off.
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“The Heroism of Beowulf” In this poem, Beowulf is a hero. A hero is someone who takes a chance by performing acts of kindness. Beowulf was no just a hero because of his physical strength, but because he gave his glory to God. Beowulf is the top hero who put his life on the line for a whole kingdom. Beowulf’s heroism is shown when he takes fourteen brave men in his land to help Hrothgar.
“Behavior that’s admired is the path to power among people everywhere (20-25).” War and courage in battle were more honorable than peace in early Anglo-Saxon culture. They were a warrior people, fighting enemies, neighbors and each other with equal passion. No man among them gained power or fame without a display of heroic ideals. For more than five hundred years they ruled Europe, and in their mead-halls stories of the bravery, loyalty, virtue, and physical prowess of Anglo-Saxon heroes were told and re-told. In the epic poem, Beowulf, the title character epitomizes an Anglo-Saxon hero with his bravery and his skill in combat.
To have such awe inspiring powers so as to gain the trust and respect of your men to the extent that they would indeed take greater pleasure in their deaths than that of their leaders is truly incredible. This is the recognition point for the reader in which he or she can truly tell that Beowulf was a true hero to many people. Not only had Beowulf become a figure of fame in his life, but he had obtained the ultimate honor: Beowulf had become a legend, and, in that, Beowulf would forever continue to be a hero and to demonstrate his talent for generations to come as he had successfully saved his people, the Geats and the