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This document provides an overview and introduction to the Old English poem Beowulf. It discusses that Beowulf is the oldest surviving poem in English and explores some of the key themes in the poem like good versus evil. The summary also notes that while the poem was written in English, it is set in Scandinavia and that some of the characters may be based on historical figures. Finally, it provides definitions for some important literary terms and concepts used in the poem like alliterative verse, kennings, and the comitatus relationship between a lord and his warriors.
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Text in English and Old English.
1. Heroes—Scandinavia—Poetry. 2. Epic poetry, English (Old).
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This document provides an introduction and background information about Beowulf, the oldest surviving epic poem in English. It discusses that Beowulf was written in Old English between 700-750 AD, depicting events in the early 6th century. The poem is set in Scandinavia and follows the hero Beowulf battling various monsters to protect the kingdom of Denmark's king Hrothgar. It also provides context about Anglo-Saxon society being warrior-based and focused on bravery, loyalty and success in battle.
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The document provides background information on the epic poem Beowulf. It discusses that the poem was written down between the 8th-9th centuries AD by an unknown English monk. The poem tells the story of Beowulf, a Geatish hero who battles the monster Grendel and Grendel's mother to defend the Danes. It also discusses the poem's themes of paganism versus Christianity, good versus evil, and the Anglo-Saxon heroic code of loyalty and bravery.
Beowulf
The document provides background information on the epic poem Beowulf. It was composed in 750 AD and written down by monks in 1000 AD. It describes Beowulf, a Geatish hero who comes to the aid of King Hrothgar of the Danes. Beowulf defeats the monster Grendel and later Grendel's mother. The poem celebrates the hero's deeds and takes place in 6th century Scandinavia. It uses poetic devices like kennings and stock epithets and was part of the oral tradition before being written down.
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Beowulf is an Old English epic poem about the hero Beowulf. It takes place in Scandinavia and is one of the earliest works of English national literature. The epic follows Beowulf as he fights Grendel, Grendel's mother, and later a dragon. The poem uses poetic devices like caesuras, alliteration, and kennings that were common in Old English poetry. It presents Beowulf as an ideal epic hero who embodies the values of his society through his heroic acts and deeds.
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Beowulf is a great Geatish warrior who comes to aid the Danes by defeating two monsters, Grendel and his mother. In his later years, Beowulf becomes king of the Geats and faces a dragon that is terrorizing his kingdom. Despite defeating the dragon, Beowulf is mortally wounded in the battle. He dies after instructing his successor Wiglaf on how to be a good king. Wiglaf then scolds the men who failed to help Beowulf fight the dragon.
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This document provides background information on Anglo-Saxon culture and the epic poem Beowulf. It discusses that Beowulf is the oldest surviving English poem composed between the 7th and 8th centuries. Anglo-Saxon culture valued strength, courage, and loyalty. The poem features alliterative verse and kennings. It tells the story of Beowulf, a Geatish hero who battles the monsters Grendel and Grendel's mother to defend the Danes.
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This document provides background information on Anglo-Saxon culture and the epic poem Beowulf. It discusses that Beowulf is the oldest surviving English poem composed between the 7th and 8th centuries. Anglo-Saxon culture valued strength, courage, and loyalty. The poem features alliterative verse and kennings. It tells the story of Beowulf, a Geatish hero who battles the monsters Grendel and Grendel's mother to defend the Danes.
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This document provides background information on Anglo-Saxon culture and the epic poem Beowulf. It discusses that Beowulf is the oldest surviving English poem composed between the 7th and 8th centuries. Anglo-Saxon culture valued strength, courage, and loyalty. The poem features alliterative verse and kennings. It tells the story of Beowulf, a Geatish hero who battles the monsters Grendel and Grendel's mother to defend the Danes.
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This document provides an overview of Beowulf and epics in general. It defines an epic as a lengthy poetic narrative that tells a story through an elevated style and addresses significant subjects like heroic deeds. Beowulf is considered the only surviving epic poem in Old English. The poem tells the story of Beowulf, a Geatish hero who battles the monster Grendel and Grendel's mother to defend the Danes. In his later years, Beowulf defeats a dragon to protect his own people but is fatally wounded. The document outlines characteristics of Beowulf like its alliterative structure and use of poetic devices like kennings.
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The document provides background information on Anglo-Saxon culture and the epic poem Beowulf. It discusses the Anglo-Saxon ideals of fate, wealth, fame, and loyalty. The poem dates to between the 7th and 8th centuries and recounts the adventures of Beowulf, a Geatish hero who battles the monster Grendel and Grendel's mother. It also describes some of the main characters in the poem like Beowulf, Hrothgar, Grendel, and Grendel's mother, as well as elements of Anglo-Saxon poetry.
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- 1. Beowulf Why Beowulf? Provenance Setting Poetic devices Terms Themes
- 2. Why Study Beowulf? 1. Beowulf is the oldest poem in the English language, so everything written since Beowulf stems from it in some way 2. The story of Beowulf encompasses common themes that we still see in English literature today 3. Beowulf is simply good writing
- 3. Why Study Beowulf? 4. In some ways, it doesn’t matter what you read, but how you read it, so…since Beowulf came first, you might as well start there. 5. Studying Old English improves your understanding of modern English 6. It’s a great story
- 4. Beowulf’s Provenance What we don’t know: who wrote it when exactly it was written how much, exactly, is based on historical truth
- 5. Beowulf’s What we doP knroow:venance Beowulf is the oldest surviving English poem. It’s written in Old English (or Anglo-Saxon), which is the basis for the language we speak today. Some of the characters in the poem actually existed. The only copy of the manuscript was written sometime around the 11th century A.D. (1000’s), however…
- 6. The actual poem probably dates from the 8th century (700’s) or so, and… The story may be set even earlier, around 500 A.D. There are a lot of Christian references in the poem, but the characters and setting are Pagan…this means a monk probably translated it.
- 7. Beowulf’s So wPhyr woavsne’t nit warnittcene down in the first place? This story was probably passed down orally for centuries before it was first written down. It wasn’t until after the Norman Invasion (1066) that writing stories down became common in this part of the world.
- 8. Beowulf’s So whPat’sr hoapvpeenneda ton thce e manuscript since the 11th century? Eventually, it ended up in the library of this guy. Robert Cotton (1571-1631)
- 9. Beowulf’s UnfortunPaterlyo, Cvoettonn’as lnibrcarey burned in 1731. Many manuscripts were entirely destroyed. Beowulf was partially damaged. The manuscript is now preserved and carefully cared for in the British Museum.
- 10. Setting: Beowulf’s time and place Although Beowulf was written in English, it is set in what is now Sweden, where a tribe called the Geats lived. The story may take place as early as 400 or 500 A.D.
- 11. Setting: Beowulf’s time and place Europe today Insert: Time of Beowulf
- 12. How we date Beowulf Some Important Dates: 521 A.D. – death of Hygelac, who is mentioned in the poem 680 A.D. – appearance of alliterative verse 835 A.D. – the Danish started raiding other areas; after this, few poets would consider them heroes SO: This version was likely composed between 680 and 835, though it may be set earlier
- 13. The Poetry in Beowulf A few things to watch out for 1. Alliterative verse a. Repetition of initial sounds of words (occurs in every line) b. Generally, four feet/beats per line c. A caesura, or pause, between beats two and four d. No rhyme
- 14. The Poetry in Beowulf A few things to watch out for Alliterative verse – an example from Beowulf: Oft Scyld Scefing sceapena praetum, Monegum maegpum meodo-setla ofteah; Egsode Eorle, syddan aerest weard.
- 15. The Poetry in Beowulf A few things to watch out for There was Shield Sheafson, scourge of many tribes, A wrecker of mead-benches, rampaging among foes. The terror of the hall-troops had come far.
- 16. The Poetry in Beowulf A few things to watch out for 2. Kennings a. Compound metaphor (usually two words) b. Most were probably used over and over For instance: hronade literally means “whale-road,” but can be translated as “sea”
- 17. The Poetry in Beowulf A few things to watch out for Other kennings from Beowulf: banhus = “bone-house” = body goldwine gumena = “gold-friend of men” = generous prince beaga brytta = “ring-giver” = lord beadoleoma = “flashing light” = sword
- 18. The Poetry in Beowulf A few things to watch out for 3. Litotes A negative expression; usually an understatement Example: Hildeburh had no cause to praise the Jutes In this example, Hildeburh’s brother has just been killed by the Jutes. This is a poetic way of telling us she hated the Jutes absolutely.
- 19. Some terms you’ll want to know scop A bard or story-teller. The scop was responsible for praising deeds of past heroes, for recording history, and for providing entertainment
- 20. Some terms you’ll want to know comitatus Literally, this means “escort” or “comrade” This term identifies the concept of warriors and lords mutually pledging their loyalty to one another
- 21. Some terms you’ll want to know thane A warrior mead-hall The large hall where the lord and his warriors slept, ate, held ceremonies, etc.
- 22. Some terms you’ll want to know wyrd Fate. This idea crops up a lot in the poem, while at the same time there are Christian references to God’s will.
- 23. Some terms you’ll want to know epic Beowulf is an epic poem. This means it has a larger-than life hero and the conflict is of universal importance. There’s a certain serious that accompanies most epics.
- 24. Some terms you’ll want to know elegy An elegy is a poem that is sad or mournful. The adjective is elegiac. homily A homily is a written sermon or section of the poem that gives direct advice.
- 25. Themes and Important Aspects Good vs. Evil Religion: Christian and Pagan influences The importance of wealth and treasure The importance of the sea and sailing The sanctity of the home Fate Loyalty and allegiance Heroism and heroic deeds