Beowulf has always been generous in every situation. He would accept a challenge even if he knew it could take his life. One of the most amazing ways to show generosity and selflessness is through sacrifice. A great example of this is when the warrior says, "when we crossed the sea, my companions and I, I already knew that my whole purpose was this: to win the goodwill of your people or die in battle," (364-367 ). In this statement Beowulf is saying that he is willing to give his life if it means he can help save the Anglo-Saxon people. Beowulf's generosity once again testifies to his heroic nature and epic hero