If Boromir hadn't forced Frodo's hand... - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

Legolas · 08-04-2002, 10:56 AM

Aside from his more relaxed or optimistic (perhaps) disposition, Sam's hope was definitely aided by the circumstances under which he obtained the ring. He knew by having the ring, even though Frodo wasn't free at the moment, he was helping his friend and doing exactly what he came on the mission to do in the beginning. He saw the weight that the ring put on Frodo. In carrying it, he was doing a great deed for Frodo and all of the good in Middle-earth. His contribution to the journey was greatly increased now that he was doing more than just tagging along for companionship.

08-04-2002, 10:56 AM	#1
Legolas A Northern Soul Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Valinor Posts: 1,847	Aside from his more relaxed or optimistic (perhaps) disposition, Sam's hope was definitely aided by the circumstances under which he obtained the ring. He knew by having the ring, even though Frodo wasn't free at the moment, he was helping his friend and doing exactly what he came on the mission to do in the beginning. He saw the weight that the ring put on Frodo. In carrying it, he was doing a great deed for Frodo and all of the good in Middle-earth. His contribution to the journey was greatly increased now that he was doing more than just tagging along for companionship. __________________ ...take counsel with thyself, and remember who and what thou art.