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At last the time came for him to say good-bye to his…

“At last the time came for him to say good-bye to his friends. “Farewell, Balin!” he said; “and farewell, Dwalin; and farewell Dori, Nori, Ori, Oin, Gloin, Bifur, Bofur, and Bombur! May your beards never grow thin!” And turning towards the Mountain he added: “Farewell Thorin Oakenshield! And Fili…” quote by J.R.R. Tolkien
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““At last the time came for him to say good-bye to his friends. “Farewell, Balin!” he said; “and farewell, Dwalin; and farewell Dori, Nori, Ori, Oin, Gloin, Bifur, Bofur, and Bombur! May your beards never grow thin!” And turning towards the Mountain he added: “Farewell Thorin Oakenshield! And Fili and Kili! May your memory never fade!””

J.R.R. Tolkien

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A hero bids farewell to companions, honoring bonds before a final quest.

In simple terms: Goodbyes honor friendships before a journey.

Key Takeaway

Cherish relationships before big challenges.

Themes

friendship farewell heroism

Mood

nostalgic reflective

Type

literary epic

When to use this quote

  • warfare
  • family gatherings
  • team projects
  • final endeavors

Key Concepts

loyalty legacy memory

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you honor those you leave behind?
  • What rituals help you say goodbye?
A Different Perspective

May overlook personal grief and cause distraction.

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