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  1. Last 7 days
    1. Who valuable gift-gems of the Geatmen carried As peace-offering thither, that he thirty men’s grapple Beowulf is reported to have the strength of 10 Has in his hand, the hero-in-battle. 30 men. The holy Creator usward sent him, To West-Dane warriors, I ween, for to render ’Gainst Grendel’s grimness gracious assistance: I shall give to the good one gift-gems for courage. 15 Hasten to bid them hither to speed them, To see assembled this circle of kinsmen; Tell them expressly they’re welcome in sooth to

      The Geats arrived with treasures as a symbol or gift of peace. The leader is a warrior who has the strength of 30 men. This is Beowulf. God sent him to help out the Danes. He is there to save them all from Grendel's attacks. The king of this land promises to reward him with treasures for his bravery in saving everyone. The king then orders a messenger to welcome them and bring them inside.

  2. Aug 2025
    1. engage students as the creators of knowledge rather than passive consumers of it.

      I think this is a really important concept especially as a college student. I love the idea that I am not just sitting here but a "creator of knowledge."