# B explained — Bulfinch’s Mythology

> Chapter companion for Bulfinch’s Mythology by Thomas Bulfinch.

## What happens

This chapter provides an alphabetical listing of mythological, legendary, and historical figures, places, and concepts, including deities, heroes, and locations from Greek, Roman, Norse, Celtic, and other traditions.

## Themes in this chapter

### Heroism and the Quest

Entries like Bellerophon, Beowulf, and Arthur's knights highlight heroic deeds and quests.

### Cultural Transmission and Education

The chapter serves as a compendium of mythological and historical knowledge, transmitting cultural narratives.

## Character check-ins

### Baldur

Son of Odin, representing the sun-god in Norse mythology.

### Bellerophon

Demigod and conqueror of the Chimaera.

### Beowulf

Hero and king of the Swedish Geats.

### Sir Bohort

King and a knight of Arthur.

### Bradamante

Sister to Rinaldo and a female warrior.

## Key lines

> Baldur (Balˈdur), son of Odin, and representing in Norse mythology the sun-god.

Baldur, Odin's son, is the Norse sun-god.

_Identifies Baldur's role in Norse mythology._

> Bellerophon (Bel-lerˈo-phon), demigod, conqueror of the Chimaera.

Bellerophon, a demigod, defeated the Chimaera.

_Summarizes Bellerophon's heroic feat._

> Beowulf (Beˈo-wulf), hero and king of the Swedish Geats.

Beowulf was a hero and king of the Geats in Sweden.

_Describes Beowulf's identity and origin._

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