- - - I am pretty smart, but I just don't get why Beowulf - leader of the Geats, would care at all about risking his life to fight a semmingly unwinnable battle against a beast terrorizing OTHER PEOPLE, namely the Scylds. Perhaps you all could shed some light.
- - - Do the Scyldings overdo it with the celebration of Beowulf's achievement? Why do they go to such lengths? Support your responses.
I do not think the Scyldings overdid their celebration of Beowulfs achievement. They went to such lengths because Hrothgar thinks the blessed God sent beowulf to the Western Danes as a hope against Grendels terror. Hrothgar has a lot of faith in Beowulf because Beowulf is the offspring of Hrethel the Greats Daughter. Hrothgar knows that Beowulf has the strength of thirty men in his grip to hold the battle. They have a lot of faith and think that Beowulf will take away all the pain and suffering Grendel has put them through.
ReplyDeleteBeowulf is known to be heroic and he needs to fulfill his position as being the leader and hero that everyone adores so much or his precious ego and image will parish along with the Saxons faith.
ReplyDeleteYes. The Beowulf is almost like an underdog and they were not expecting him to follow through with what the past kings had done. once Beowulf had taken Grendal out it was like a miracle so they went above and beyond to celebrate
No,because he and his men had killed the monster Grendel that had been ravaging there country
ReplyDeleteThe Scyldings overdo it because they knew he would win against Grendel and become the king and a legend. They are happy that he defeated his mother also. Hrothgar had put Beowulf to protect him so I think that's a sign of celebration if the king is putting someone in charge to protect him from Grendel. The Scyldings gave treasure to some of the people but can't return to denmark in the winter time. The are happy that he did all this for them.
ReplyDelete--Beowulf risks his life in order to fight seemingly unwinnable battles. He not only battles but he does it for people other than his own. Beowulf does this because he wants to spread his name around and gain great fame from it. Whenever he wins a battle, Beowulf also receives many gifts for his heroic actions. Beowulf loves doing thing for wealth and fame.
ReplyDelete--In the eyes of the Scylds, nothing could ever repay Beowulf for such a heroic action. Beowulf slayed a great monster of whom they feared. This monster can never harm the Scylds again. As a reward a grand celebration was thrown. Beowulf received many gifts from Hrothgar, the Scylds' king. Hrothgar gave Beowulf a legendary sword and armor as well as horses. Hrothgar repays him these things because they have the most value in Saxon culture. Hrothgar also says that these still don't come close to the amount of gratitude the Scylds have for Beowulf.
Beowulf cares because its his culture to care, to fight for others when they can't but he can. The Scyldings did over do it, but he deserved it, he risked his life when it had nothing to do with him.
ReplyDeleteWell, I am not so smart but I believe that he wants to go through with the battle to show others that he is not just a shy like everyone portrayed him to be. He wants to show others that he is a brave being. If he were to win, he would be seen as a hero. Even if he fails miserably, they may still view him as a brave and noble man.
ReplyDeleteIn my opinion, they don't overdo it. I can see why they would go to extent, beowulf did need the appritiation that he desired. And he got it.
I think that Beowulf's achievement was up lifting to the Syldings. By the Syldings doing this it shows their honor and respect to him. The celebration was so super that it showed how much it meant to the Syldings that Beowulf came.
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ReplyDeleteThe reason Beowulf came to fight this beast is to prove he is the strongest and noblest warrior around. By coming to help fight this beast he gets his name around and people start to look up to him. Bring him to be a "god" like human.
Beowulf went to fight grendal to help the people because their other leader didn't really care about the people all he cared about is being the leader, so Beowulf came to take down the beast to give himself the glory of winning the battle and also get the people to like him.
ReplyDeleteNo, because the people are finally safe and not have to worry about the beast killing them now then can finally be in peace
The people of Scyldings did not overdo it with there celebration of Beowulfs achievement. They did not because their old leader really did not care for them, he cared more about being a leader. When Beowulf came over and fought and killed Grendel and Grendels mother,yes he did it for his glory but he also did it to protect scyldings people and to give them peace. Scyldings people go to far lengths because they never had this before, having someone protect them like a leader. The result of Beowulfs achievement meant alot to them and they were happy to have peace and to feel protected for once.
ReplyDeleteI do not believe that the Scylding over did there appreciation for Beowulf. They give a description which is true Beowulf is a noble warrior unlike any other. No other warrior was up for the fight that Beowulf was. He traveled there to offer his own life for people he wasn't veey familiar with. That being said, his celebration was not overdone and was very appropriate.
ReplyDelete1. I believe that Beowulf risks his life helping others with Grendel, because he wants to spread his story. Beowulf was introduced to us as a gift from God, so he must act as if he was actually God Himself, helping other people in need, and showing the will to risk your own life to save the lives of others. Beowulf's great courage, and the will to be a hero is motivating him to be successful against Grendel.
ReplyDelete2. In my eyes, I believe that the Scyldings did not overdo the celebration of Grendel's death at all. They have every right to celebrate and be excited about the death of a monster who was murdering, and stealing from their people. If you look at Grendel like he was the Roman Empire, which we were taught to believe that is who he is supposed to represent, the Scyldings would be more than happy to see the end of the Roman Empire, and they're happy to see the end of the monster that represents them in Beowulf. The Scyldings, in my eyes, did not overdo the celebration of Grendel's death, because it was a large accomplishment to them, and their people.
Beowulf is known to be heroic and he needs to fulfill his position as being the leader and hero that everyone adores so much or his precious ego and image will parish along with the Saxons faith.
ReplyDeleteYes. The Beowulf is almost like an underdog and they were not expecting him to follow through with what the past kings had done. once Beowulf had taken Grendal out it was like a miracle so they went above and beyond to celebrate
I do not think the Scyldings overdid their celebration of Beowulfs achievement. They went to such lengths because Hrothgar thinks the blessed God sent beowulf to the Western Danes as a hope against Grendels terror. Hrothgar has a lot of faith in Beowulf because Beowulf is the offspring of Hrethel the Greats Daughter. Hrothgar knows that Beowulf has the strength of thirty men in his grip to hold the battle. They have a lot of faith and think that Beowulf will take away all the pain and suffering Grendel has put them through.
ReplyDeleteGlory to Beowulf, was more important than life or death. And even though odds were against him he knew God would protect him.
ReplyDeleteThey did not overdo the celebration, it was necessary because it took great strength and wisdom for Beowulf to defeat the beast of Grendel.
I do not believe that the Scylding over showed there appreciation for Beowulf. They give a description of Beowulf Who is a noble warrior unlike others. Beowulf was the only person that was up to the fight. He traveled there and risked his own life for people that he didn't know that we'll. I think that his celebration was not overdone.
ReplyDeleteThe reason beowulf would risk his life for these people he barely know is for his ego and for fame which is something they valued very much back then. i do not believe they over do it with the celebration of beowulf because he defend a monster that so many failed too. And he also came from were he was safe and sounded to theses peoples land to save them from the monster that they all fear and help all these people he didnt even know them but came to help.
ReplyDeleteThe schyldings were very greatful of beowulf for risking his life to save them all. In no way did they over do the celebration nor could they. Without beowulf's courage and selflessness everyone in the kingdom would have died at the hands of grendel. He risked his life for this seemingly impossible task to receive glory and be remembered for future generations to hear about him. He has no interest in any gold or jewels that he is given. Beowulf is just doing all of this to be remembered as a hero when he dies.
ReplyDeleteI believe that Beowulf would risk his life in order to defeat Grendel because he wants the people to look up at him as a hero. He wants pride and glory to his name. I also believe that he wants to be the hero so not everyone looks at him as his fathers son. In the book, people knew Beowulf because of his father being a very noble and honored warrior. Beowulf wanted that for himself too. Beowulf did not want to be associated with his father in that manner. He wanted to make his name known to all the Geats because of his actions not his fathers. He wanted to bring pride to his name.
ReplyDeleteI believe that the Geats did overdo the party. I believe this because they had Grendels body parts scattered throughout the party. Not only that, but everyone at the party kept congratulating Beowulf on his victory over the powerful Grendel. No one ever gave credit to any of the other men that helped Beowulf. So all in all, the Geats did overdo the party for Beowulf but it would not be that overdone if they celebrated everyone and not just Beowulf.
1.) Beowulf is seen as a hero to other people and to his own. He wants to maintain his reputation and probably wants the glory and fame behind it, and also the reward that would be a result of his victory.
ReplyDelete2.) The Scyldings did not over do the celebration by any means. Beowulf saved their lives, and they feel they could never repay him for what he did, so naturally they do everything that they possibly can to show their appreciation.
1.) Beowulf decides to help these poor people because his father owed a debt to king Hrothgar and he intended to pay it back. Also, of course he is in it for the money and the treasure. He knows getting this kill will bring him much honor and respect. It's risky but for a warrior like Beowulf, it's worth it.
ReplyDelete2.) To them, it wasn't over doing it because if it wasn't for him, none of them would even be alive and would be killed or taken over. He saves them, they are eternally grateful for this and this is the first time they have been saved so they go to great lengths to show their appreciation.
Beowulf takes on such difficult tasks for multiple reasons. I believe his main reason for doing this is for praise. Although beowulf benefits the people of his nation he is somewhat conceited in the way he does his work. He is so highly regaurded because in this time period military heroes are greatly valued.
ReplyDeleteBeowulf risks his life in order to fight unwinnable battles. He not only battles but he does it for people other than his own.Beowulf does this because he wants to spread his name around and gain great fame from it
ReplyDeleteBeowulf slayed a great monster of whom they feared. This monster can never harm the Scylds again. As a reward a grand celebration was thrown.Hrothgar repays him these things because they have the most value in Saxon culture. Hrothgar also says that these still don't come close to the amount of gratitude the Scylds have for Beowulf.