To add on Gil-Galad's though, Denethor probably believed Faramir wasn't worthy enough to bring back a gift as mighty as the ring. Denethor thought Boromir more reliable. He had no idea he was sending he son to his death, so it seemed like a great idea. (except from Faramir's P.O.V.  )
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'But Melkor also was there, and he came to the house of Fëanor, and there he slew Finwë King of the Noldor before his doors, and spilled the first blood in the Blessed Realm; for Finwë alone had not fled from the horror of the Dark.'
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