This translation of the fiftieth riddle for the Exeter Book is from Paull F. Baum.
A warrior is wondrously
……… brought into the worldfor the use of lords
……… by two dumb things;brightly extracted,
……… which for his hurtfoe bears against foe.
……… Strong though he isa woman binds him.
……… He obeys them well,serves them quietly,
……… if maids and mentend him duly,
……… feed him fairly.He exalts them in comfort
……… for their joy in life,grimly rewards one
……… who lets him grow proud.
Would you guess?