Hrothgar caution's Beowulf to not become complacent. He warns him to not rest on his laurels and pride, and to stay vigilant. Hrothgar even comes close to blaming himself for the arrival of Grendel.
Beowulf comes to see Hrothgar to help the Danes defeat the monster Grendel that has been terrorizing Heorot hall. He wants to prove his strength and bravery by taking on this dangerous challenge.
He owed Hrothgar a favor because he had paid money to the Wulfings to resolve a blood feud they had with Ecgtheow, Beowulf's father.
He doesn't want Beowulf and his men to get all the credit, hrothgar's lieutenant is a very proud man, and he just wants to defend his own land without outside help.
Because 14 signifies the seven deadly sins times 2.
Although they are having internal adversity, they are still worried about ouside invasion. So the watchman wants to make sure that the fourteen men are harmless to the kingdom in that way.
Beowulf offered to help Hrothgar by defeating the monster Grendel that was causing him sorrow. Beowulf sympathized with Hrothgar's plight and saw an opportunity to prove his worth as a great warrior.
Beowulf introduces himself to Hrothgar and explains that he has come to offer his assistance in defeating the monster Grendel that has been terrorizing the Danes. Beowulf also mentions his father's relationship with Hrothgar in the past, highlighting their familial connection.
Beowulf owes a family debt to Hrothgar because Hrothgar's father helped settle a feud and make peace with Beowulf's father, Ecgtheow. Beowulf's father was indebted to Hrothgar's father for his assistance, which Beowulf sees as a reason to repay the debt by helping Hrothgar against the monster, Grendel.
Edgetho and Hrothgar are not friends. In the epic poem "Beowulf," Edgetho is Beowulf's father and Hrothgar is the king of the Danes whom Beowulf helps by defeating the monster Grendel. There is no indication of friendship between Edgetho and Hrothgar in the poem.
Hrothgar was the Danish King in the epic poem Beowulf. He ruled over Heorot Hall and was tormented by the monster Grendel until Beowulf came to his aid. Hrothgar served as a mentor and benefactor to Beowulf, rewarding him for his heroic deeds.
Beowulf is a warrior who comes to aid Hrothgar, the king of the Danes, in defeating the monster Grendel. Hrothgar is the ruler of the Danes and Beowulf's mission is to help him rid his kingdom of the menace posed by Grendel. Beowulf's actions in defeating Grendel and later, Grendel's mother, establish a strong bond between him and Hrothgar.
'Beowulf' is the epic story that tells us the tale of hero Beowulf, the strongest and bravest of them all and how he defeats monsters and becomes a king. Among several characters we will also meet Hygelac, his uncle and king of the Geats, the one who opens his kingdom's doors and his heart to Beowulf.
Beowulf and his men travel to Hrothgar's kingdom to kill Grendel.
Beowulf asks Hrothgar to send his armor to Hygelac if he is unsuccessful in defeating Grendel.
It takes Beowulf and his men five days to reach Hrothgar.
King Hrothgar can be found in Heorot, his grand mead hall. Upon hearing of Beowulf's arrival, he welcomes him warmly and expresses gratitude for his willingness to help rid the kingdom of Grendel's terror.
Hrothgar leaves Beowulf in charge of Heorot because Beowulf successfully defeated Grendel and his mother, ensuring the safety of the hall. Hrothgar trusts Beowulf's leadership capabilities and valor in defending the Danes from further threats.