Which character is described in these lines?

Lord of the Scyldings, this single petition?
Not to refuse me, defender of warriors,
Friend-lord of folks, so far have I sought thee,
That I may unaided, my earlmen assisting me,
This brave-mooded war-band, purify Heorot.

Question

Which character is described in these lines?

Lord of the Scyldings, this single petition?
Not to refuse me, defender of warriors,
Friend-lord of folks, so far have I sought thee,
That I may unaided, my earlmen assisting me,
This brave-mooded war-band, purify Heorot.

rbx · Answer

King Hrothgar?

anonymous · Answer

Beowulf is asking King Hrothgar for for permission to kill Grendel