Heroes of Time
After reading an epic entitled Beowulf, a connection between the main character, Beowulf, and another great man in history, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., unfolds. Beowulf and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. hold a special place in the hearts of many. Crowds supporting Beowulf acknowledge that there is no greater warrior to rule over men. People speaking about King agree that life in the United States would be drastically different if he was not a part of history. Their accomplishments are widely known and their legacy will never be forgotten. Both men are renown, serviceable to the needy, and powerful, but their method of conquering evil and fashion of passing from this world differs. Beowulf, as well as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., is called to a certain task. Though each man's battle is different, their reason for helping others is not for fame or selfish benefits. Beowulf hears of a monster "who fills the nights with horror / and quickly commanded a boat fitted out" (l.93-94). He chooses the strongest men and sails to defeat Grendel, the demon of darkness that devours men. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., in the same manner, refuses to allow segregation to
The death of Martin Luther King came unexpected. In his time of greatest triumph he was assassinated by one who disagreed with his preaching's. King was not able to know how much of an impact he made on America today, nor was he ever fully rewarded for his great accomplishments. Beowulf, on the other hand, is able to wreak the benefits of his hard work. He becomes King and takes part in many more battles before his death. Beowulf's passing is no surprise, because his army knows that he has grown ill and weak over the years. While once again fighting a battle with evil, he is struck down never again to rise. Beowulf differs from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. because his strength is somatic. Beowulf completely disconnects a gigantic monster's arm with his bare hands. He boasts of his strength by saying, "I drove / Five great giants into chains, chased / All of that race from the earth. I swam / In the blackness of night, hunting monsters / Out of the ocean, and killing them one / By one"(l.232-237). Forms of remembrance have been set up for both Beowulf and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. For Beowulf, a temple was built in his honor, which stands strong and tall. T
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