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Faramir Quote by J.R.R. Tolkien

“I do not love the bright sword for its sharpness, nor the arrow for its swiftness, nor the warrior for his glory. I love only that which they defend.” quote by J.R.R. Tolkien — Download Open image

““I do not love the bright sword for its sharpness, nor the arrow for its swiftness, nor the warrior for his glory. I love only that which they defend.””

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