Hrothgar

Proper noun

Meaning

Hrothgar

A semi-legendary Danish king living around the early sixth century CE.

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Examples

Beowulf, a young warrior from Geatland, hears of Hrothgar's troubles and with his king's permission leaves his homeland to assist Hrothgar. Source: Internet

Carrying the hilt of the sword and Grendel's head, he presents them to Hrothgar upon his return to Heorot. Source: Internet

Hrothgar, Beowulf and their men track Grendel's mother to her lair under a lake. Source: Internet

First battle: Grendel Beowulf begins with the story of Hrothgar, who constructed the great hall Heorot for himself and his warriors. Source: Internet

He argues that the term "shoulder-companion" could refer to both a physical arm as well as a thane (Aeschere) who was very valuable to his lord (Hrothgar). Source: Internet

This passage describes how Hrothgar 's legendary ancestor Scyld was found as a baby, washed ashore, and adopted by a noble family. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

hrob-sarma Hrodna Hrolf HRP hrrmph Hrs