Come pare and contrast although Beowulf is brave and Grendel is spiteful both might be said to act out of pride. explain?

Beowulf's bravery is motivated by a sense of duty and honor to protect his people, whereas Grendel's spitefulness stems from his isolation and bitterness. Both characters may act out of pride in their own abilities: Beowulf seeks glory and fame through his heroic deeds, while Grendel's pride is wounded by being unable to defeat the warriors in Heorot.