... humanity. The critics, who oppose this supposed belief, think "that if killing the dragon symbolizes evil, or Satan, to the allegorists, then Beowulf's death indicates that evil, or Satan, is victorious because Beowulf dies" (Cliffs Notes 55). Some critics of Beowulf see it as a Christian allegory where as others view it as allegory of salvation. The poet or writer makes more noticeable references towards ... . However, Beowulf is not changed after he rises from the mere. He does not walk in a "newness of life." He holds the same social ideas and the same belief in Fate (Wyrd) and God. H...

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