In a response of two to three sentences, explain how the following lines contribute to Beowulf's characterization as a hero.

"The comer–from–far–land had cleansed then of evil,
Wise and valiant, the war–hall of Hrothgar,
Saved it from violence. He joyed in the night–work,
In repute for prowess; the prince of the Geatmen
For the East–Danish people his boast had accomplished"

Question

In a response of two to three sentences, explain how the following lines contribute to Beowulf's characterization as a hero.

"The comer–from–far–land had cleansed then of evil,
Wise and valiant, the war–hall of Hrothgar,
Saved it from violence. He joyed in the night–work,
In repute for prowess; the prince of the Geatmen
For the East–Danish people his boast had accomplished"

WALmart · Answer

It says that he "cleansed  the land of evil", he's "wise and valiant", save something from violence" and he enjoyed night-work". Try putting the good deeds all into those couple of sentences.

Ultrilliam · Answer

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