... expressed characteristics, the hero Beowulf. All through the poem Beowulf embodies the perfect's characteristics and archetypal hero, such as loyalty to his men and his kingdom, and Beowulf's bravery and strength throughout the epic. Some scholar argue that Beowulf is not a true hero, because of his self-obsessiveness, however in the time period of Beowulf, boasting and gloating not only instilled trust ... and faith among his acquaintances, but also added to his reputation and identity as being one of the greatest warriors in Europe. An important quality that every hero in the Anglo-Sa...

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... springs from the deepest layer of his individual nature" (UM 2002). And, the hero "who acts according the moral code of philia is staying true to his phusis, his inner nature- (UM 2002). The moral code of philia states that "a man is his own best friend and he ... Maldon, where the brave and loyal Byrhtnoth with his men battles Vikings commanded by Anlaf, who engage in plunder. The lay highlights heroism, where bravery, loyalty responsibility is essential and "heroic note still rings over the centuries" (Burgess 1996:20). However, these ideals change, "heroism is always a difficult kind ....

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... In Beowulf the classic epic, Beowulf, the hero of the epic, and other major characters reflect heroic ideals and beliefs of courage, generosity, unquestioning loyalty and devotion. Courage is most evident throughout Beowulf Beowulf does not back down from any challenge that stands in his way whether it be Grendel, ... steals from the dragon, and the dragon itself that hoards all its treasures show such selfishness and lack of generosity. Beowulf's men show unquestioning loyalty as they submit their lives to their lord. The night of Beowulf's fight with Grendel, the men are told by Beowul...

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... men and has beowulf to prove so, Beowulf has accomplished a lot and Hrothgar can claim that it was his doing. these happen to be the only true Anglo-Saxon values that Hrothgar represents. there is also one last character who showed a Valiant Anglo-Saxon belief as he helped Beowulf in his last battle ... of glory. The character's name is Wiglaf. Wiglaf represents values such as, loyalty, strength, courage and most of all leadership. Wiglaf made a vow which he stands by to his king, Beowulf they would repay him the trappings of war ... (2636). This shows the value of loyalty to his king, ...

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