Friendship Quote by J.R.R. Tolkien
““He muttered that he was going to get his own back. People would see if he would stand being kicked, and driven into a hole and then robbed. Gollum had good friends now, good friends and very strong. They would help him. Baggins would pay for it. That was his chief thought. He hated Bilbo and cursed his name.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien, 1937
Gollum feels driven by revenge, seeking allies and resources to confront his hatred toward Bilbo.
In simple terms: Revenge fuels desperate alliances.
Key Takeaway
Beware of revenge’s corrosive influence.
Themes
revenge
desperation
alliances
Mood
dark
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- conflict
- personal vendettas
- team dynamics
- resource gathering
Key Concepts
psychology of hatred
motivation
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives someone to seek revenge?
- How can one break a cycle of hatred?
A Different Perspective
Revenge can blind judgment and cause collateral damage.
