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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…” 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

Source Novel: The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien, 1937

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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