Reading Beowulf makes the reader realize the difference in the ways of the world. In today's times mourning is encouraged, but in Beowulf mourning is made to show weakness. "Wise sir, do not grieve. It is always better/To avenge dear ones than to indulge in mourning." This quote left me saying, "Bro! The guy's friend just died, give him a couple minutes to collect his thoughts!" Instead we see a rigid warrior spirit in Beowulf that shows that nothing phases him, making me wonder if Beowulf is actually human, or if he himself is a god like being. The lack of emotion is in line with the gods of ancient texts. Also Beowulf's godlike strength also leaves me wondering if he is mortal or not. Could Beowulf had been the Odysseus or Achilles of the Anglo-Saxons?
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