Killed Bilbo Quote by J.R.R. Tolkien
““then coiling his length together, roaring like thunder underground, he sped from his deep lair through its great door, out into the huge passages of the mountain-palace and up towards the Front Gate. To hunt the whole mountain till he had caught the thief and had torn and trampled him was his one thought. He issued from the Gate, the waters rose in fierce whistling steam, and up he soared blazing into the air and settled on the mountain-top in a spout of green and scarlet flame. The dwarves heard the awful rumour of his flight, and they crouched against the walls of the grassy terrace cringing under boulders, hoping somehow to escape the frightful eyes of the hunting dragon. There they would have all been killed, if it had not been for Bilbo once again. “Quick! Quick!” he gasped.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Hobbit, J.R.R. Tolkien, 1937
A dragon pursues a thief, creating chaos and fear, but a clever hero intervenes to save others.
In simple terms: A powerful force threatens, but bravery can rescue.
Key Takeaway
Courage can change dire situations.
Themes
heroism
danger
adventure
Mood
dramatic
exciting
Type
mythic
adventure
When to use this quote
- battle
- rescue
- leadership
- overcoming fear
Key Concepts
mythic quest
heroic sacrifice
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you do when faced with overwhelming danger?
- How does teamwork alter the outcome?
A Different Perspective
The dragon’s might may seem insurmountable without help.
