J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings is one of the greatest adventure tales of all time. Full of wonder, magic, exploration and the ultimate battle of good versus evil, this epic story has it all. Despite being published more than 60 years ago, The Lord of the Rings saga remains one of the best-selling novels of all time. Not only is it full of amazing fantasy, danger and drama, but its characters and themes connect with people on a deeper level, not least of all because of the many profound messages it contains about hope, love, loyalty, and friendship. Whether they are wise words from Gandalf, premonitions from Galadriel or a moving speech from Sam Gamgee, these quotes will inspire you, set you on the path of wisdom, make you laugh and fill you with hope.
Lord of the Rings inspirational quotes:
1."All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.” – J.R.R. Tolkien,
2.“Faithless is he that says farewell when the road darkens.” – J.R.R. Tolkien,
3.“The world is indeed full of peril, and in it there are many dark places; but still there is much that is fair, and though in all lands love is now mingled with grief, it grows perhaps the greater.” – J.R.R. Tolkien,
4.“The praise of the praiseworthy is above all rewards.” – J.R.R. Tolkien,
5.“Do not then stumble at the end of the road.” – J.R.R. Tolkien,
6.“Oft hope is born when all is forlorn.” – J.R.R. Tolkien,
7.“Courage will now be your best defence against the storm that is at hand—that and such hope as I bring.” – J.R.R. Tolkien,
Lord of the Rings funny quotes:
While The Lord of the Rings is generally thought of as a very serious and even sombre tale, Tolkien does not forget to infuse it with its fair share of humour and levity—usually in the form of the heart-strong Hobbits Bilbo Baggins, Merry and Pippin, or in the playful banter between best friends Gimli and Legolas. Here are some of our favourite funny quotes from The Lord of the Rings series.
8.“I don't know half of you half as well as I should like; and I like less than half of you half as well as you deserve.” – J.R.R. Tolkien,
9.“It's a dangerous business, Frodo, going out your door.” – J.R.R. Tolkien,
10."Yes, I am here. And you are lucky to be here too after all the absurd things you've done since you left home." – J.R.R. Tolkien,
11.“Being a cheerful hobbit, he had not needed hope, as long as despair could be postponed.” – J.R.R. Tolkien,
12.“Elves and Dragons! Cabbages and potatoes are better for me and you. Don't go getting mixed up in the business of your betters, or you'll land in trouble too big for you.” – J.R.R. Tolkien,
13.“Speak, or I will make a dint in your hat that even a wizard will find it hard to deal with!” – J.R.R. Tolkien,
Lord of the Rings friendship quotes:
Friendship and loyalty is a theme close to the heart of The Lord of the Rings series. From the Fellowship to the unbreakable connection between Frodo Baggins and Sam Gamgee, close bonds are central to this story. Here are the best quotes about friendship.
14.“You can trust us to stick to you through thick and thin—to the bitter end. And you can trust us to keep any secret of yours—closer than you yourself keep it. But you cannot trust us to let you face trouble alone, and go off without a word. We are your friends." – J.R.R. Tolkien,
15.“I am going with him, if he climbs to the Moon.” – J.R.R. Tolkien,
16.“Don't go where I can't follow!” – J.R.R. Tolkien,
17.“For behold! the storm comes, and now all friends should gather together, lest each singly be destroyed.” – J.R.R. Tolkien,
18.“‘He stands not alone... You would die before your stroke fell.’” – J.R.R. Tolkien,
19.“‘Come, Mr. Frodo!' he cried. 'I can't carry it for you, but I can carry you.’” – J.R.R. Tolkien,
20.“I am glad you are here with me. Here at the end of all things.” – J.R.R. Tolkien,
Lord of the Rings adventure quotes:
The Lord of the Rings saga is the ultimate adventure tale. From brave battles to moments of deep courage, to motivations of curiosity and duty, this story is a tale of great journeys through wild lands from the idyllic Shire to the horrors of Mordor. Despite the dangers to their very lives, the characters set off on a quest to save Middle-earth, and change the course of the future. These quotes embody the urge for adventure, and the courage and strength needed to journey on in the face of despair.
21.“Not all those who wander are lost." – J.R.R. Tolkien,
22.“The wide world is all about you: you can fence yourselves in, but you cannot forever fence it out.” – J.R.R. Tolkien,
23.“You step onto the road, and if you don't keep your feet, there's no knowing where you might be swept off to.” – J.R.R. Tolkien,
24.“Don't adventures ever have an end? I suppose not. Someone else always has to carry on the story.” – J.R.R. Tolkien,
Lord of the Rings love quotes:
Tolkien’s stories also contain explorations of love, both romantic and platonic. Whether it is the love of brothers Boromir and Faramir, the epic tale of Arwen and Aragorn, or the love Samwise Gamgee and the Hobbits have for Frodo, The Lord of the Rings trilogy is full of great declarations of love and loyalty. Here are some of the best Lord of the Rings quotes about love.
25.“For we put the thought of all that we love into all that we make.” – J.R.R. Tolkien,
26.“Memory is not what the heart desires. That is only a mirror.” – J.R.R. Tolkien,
27.“Often does hatred hurt itself!” – J.R.R. Tolkien,
28.“I wished to be loved by another, but I desire no man's pity.” – J.R.R. Tolkien,
29.“Few other griefs amid the ill chances of this world have more bitterness and shame for a man's heart than to behold the love of a lady so fair and brave that cannot be returned.” – J.R.R. Tolkien,