Question

Compared to Beowulf, there was “no greater warrior more worthy of a kingdom. Yet they found no blame in their own friendly lord, their gracious Hrothgar.” Why may Beowulf’s success be a problem for King Hrothgar?

Answer 1

Answer:

A king is supposed to be a leader and in some cases "the strongest of them all." If Beowulf is able to put a stop to the attacks Hrothgar couldn't, he may seem less unfit to severe as king compared to Beowulf.

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