Wealhtheow
deity Old English single tradition · 1
Wealhtheow is described as the "ides of the Helmings" and again as the "ides of the Scyldings".
When
- First attested
- 700 CE
- Attested period
- 700 – 1000
- Historical notes
- Beowulf was composed between the 8th and 11th centuries.
Relationships
- co occurs with
- Grendel's mother, Hildeburh
Mentioned by
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“In line 620, Hrothgar's wife, Wealhtheow is described as the "ides of the Helmings" and again in line 1168 as the "ides of the Scyldings".”
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