In Beowulf, the three great fights are an interesting representative of mans trust in God. We can see Beowulfs ability to succeed decline with his need for weapons, armor, and the help of friendsIn Beowulfs first battle, we see the true Christian spirit. While it is true that Beowulf is upholding the image of the hero, he is doing it for a very noble cause in this fight. Grendel, who Beowulf fights in this battle, is said to be from the race of Cain and so is in a feud with God. The monster would hate anyone that God smiles on. The fact that Grendel moves only at night also makes us see the evil side of him. He hates the light from the hall. He seems to be jealous of the love and warmth that it signifies. He attacks without any real provocation. When Hrothgar finds out that Beowulf has come to help him in his fight against Grendel, he says Holy God of His Grace has sent him to us West-Danes, as I hope, against the terror of Grendel. This sets the idea of good against evil. Beowulf will represent God and Grendel represents the devil. Beowulf strengthens this view with his decision to fight Grendel with out any weapons. He is willing to let the Lord decide who will win this battle The one whom death takes can trust the Lords judgement. Beowulf is showing a lot of faith in this action. While his strength is often talked about, so is Grendels. We are told of Grendels war-strength. Beowulf would have known these stories and still choose to trust in Gods spiritual help instead of mans physical help.When we turn to the second battle, things are a little different. For one thing, Grendels mother is not just acting out of hatred. She is seeking justice for her sons death. She only kills one man similar to the idea of a blood feud that Beowulf and his contemporaries would understand. When Beowulf decides to go after Grendels mother, he is offered the use of Hrothgars sword, Hrunting. He accepts the offer. Grendels mothe...
