Beowulf, Part 29 summary
Part 29 of 43 · 3 min to read the part
In XXIX Beowulf and Higelac, Beowulf returns safely to his lord, who welcomes him and asks about his dangerous journey and his fight with Grendel. Beowulf describes Hrothgar’s hospitality and Freaware’s betrothal to Ingeld, then questions how long a marriage can restrain violence between hostile peoples.
What happens
- Beowulf and his companions follow the coast and reach Higelac, who orders the hall prepared for them.
- Hygd serves the Geats drink, while Higelac questions Beowulf and describes his anxiety about the journey.
- Beowulf declares that he avenges the suffering Grendel causes among Hrothgar’s people.
- He recalls Hrothgar’s welcome, his place beside the king’s son, and the queen’s generous treatment of warriors.
- He describes Freaware’s betrothal to Ingeld as a peace arrangement, but doubts that marriage can keep violence contained.
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What to notice
Higelac’s relief makes the homecoming personal as well as ceremonial. He values Beowulf’s survival after fearing the dangers of his journey.
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