When Beowulf and his retinue arrive at the hall they are granted safe entrance, given a place to stack their gear, and a comortable place to be seated. Beowulf remains standing for the formal introduction. They must be formaly introduced to King Hrothgar and then state their purpose. Wulfgar is the king's thejn charged with welcoming Beouwulf and presenting him honorably to the king. Beowulf is aware of the formalities. In Old English this is described by, "cuthe he dugude theow" (pg.24) which means, "he knew the courtesies". "Theow" is the same word as known in modern Asatru as "thew". The thews have a deeper meaning than courtesies or customs in the mere sense of etiquette. The ancient reason for their importance is based on the value of the power of Tradition and past connections to hold a people together in ethics and spirit.

Wulfgar compliments the retinue and points out to king Hrothgar that they have worth. "From their arms and appointment, they appear well born and worthy of respect." The words, 'hider wisade' are used. They seem to mean, 'formidable'. Old English is an area where I have much language to learn so I cautiously propose that 'hider' might be related to the concept of 'hyde' or the etheric force that surrounds a person. A powerful astral force could be perceived by those who still had that concept and perception in their reality.

Here occurs the well kown phrase by Hrothgar, "I knew him as a boy". He recounts his previous interactions with his relatives and describes how they acted honorably with each other.