Murder Weapons In Beowulf

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Typically thought of a type of weaponry used to thrust and cut for battle purposes a sword is generally thought of a murder weapon. However, a sword is often considered to be a symbol of honor and integrity. The sword embodies what a warrior has accomplished in life and in certain battles, such as in Beowulf, after his defeat with Grendel, he is presented with many gifts such as a sword, “... a famous weapon, a fine Hilted old sword… it had an iron blade, etched and shining and hardened in blood”(pg. 64), in which Beowulf used to kill Grendel’s mother. Swords, at first thought seem to be dangerous murder weapons, however during the Anglo- Saxon period in which Beowulf was written, swords were viewed as symbols of wealth, bravery, and sentimental