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The answer to this question is a resounding yes! King Hrothgar is a true king of his people. He showed great virtue when accepting Beowulf's help defending the Hall of Heorot because the aging king knew he could not do it on his own. His decision saved his people. Thus, he was a He was also very wise, especially in his speech to Beowulf in the Hall of Heorot. For more on this important speech see the page entitled King Hrothgar in Beowulf-Hrothgars speech to beowulf in Hall of Heorot in the related linkssection below.

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