Beowulf, a heroic figure, can live forever through the memories of other characters. Generations and generations will tell the stories of Beowulf’s battles and he will be praised forever. Welthow stated “your glory is too great to forget: whatever the earth is surrounded by the sea, the winds’ home, and the waves lap at its walls.” The epic poem itself is a story that has been told many times. The idea that if you do something substantial enough you will live forever in the minds of others, is exhibited on the epic poem,
Beowulf, a heroic figure, can live forever through the memories of other characters. Generations and generations will tell the stories of Beowulf’s battles and he will be praised forever. Welthow stated “your glory is too great to forget: whatever the earth is surrounded by the sea, the winds’ home, and the waves lap at its walls.” The epic poem itself is a story that has been told many times. The idea that if you do something substantial enough you will live forever in the minds of others, is exhibited on the epic poem,