Beowulf

Beowulf

What are “the rings” which are spoken of in the prologue?

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The “ring-giver” would be the king or overlord. The rings (arm-rings or neck-rings) are distributed to worthy warriors by the ring-giver for their courage and strength in battle. They are gifts of wealth for service and often priceless.

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