Essay on Beowulf and how he encompasses good in anglo saxson culture

Lance Brumfield 28 September 2003 Ms. Hutchens English IV, 3rd hour Beowulf the Good Beowulf encompassed good in Anglo-Saxon culture. He was generous, brave, and intelligent. He fought Grendel, the troll-wife, and a dragon just to name a few. He used his wits against his enemies. He led his people in battle and at home. Beowulf was an example of generosity to the Anglo-Saxons. He was generous with his time, because he left his home to help …

…to be closer to the throne. "But you stained your blade with the blood of your brothers, your closest of kin..." (ll. 454-455). He also made a shield out of iron when he fought the dragon. Beowulf has gone from fighting dragons, to putting people in their place. People in Anglo-Saxon culture value bravery, generosity, and intelligence. Beowulf contains all of these characteristics, thus making him an example of what is good to the Anglo-Saxons.