What are the aesthetic qualities in the Beowulf poem?

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What are the aesthetic qualities in the Beowulf poem?

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Beowulf has the basic epic convention. It contains a mysterious figure (Beowulf) which saves society from some threat. Epics give us hope that good will prevail over evil. It also gives us an expression of Anglo Saxon values; it shows us the role of kings and the structure of the society.

Furthermore, Beowulf's attitude is an endearing quality of the poem. He arrives to save the Danes but ,out of respect for the king, he first requests permission. A sense of duty is also shown as the king had done good things for Beowulf's father.

Overall, the poem is enjoyable because it provides a look into a far past civilization. When reading Beowulf, it is important to remember that it was written some time after that society. This is why you'll find Christian references by the narrator but references to some other religion by the characters.