Small Hands Doing Great Deeds

The Lord of the Rings

The theme that the smallest and most humble beings can change the fate of the world.

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The Hobbits' RoleThe Hobbits' Role
The Hobbits' Role The Unlikely Heroes Hobbits are considered insignificant, but they are the ones who destroy the Ring. Frodo and Sam are the true heroes. The Courage of Merry and Pippin Merry and Pippin, though small, help defeat the Witch-king and rouse the Ents. The Power of the Little Folk The story emphasizes that great deeds are not limited to the mighty. The smallest can change the world.
The Council of Elrond's ChoiceThe Council of Elrond's Choice
The Council of Elrond's Choice The Decision to Send the Ring with Frodo Elrond and Gandalf choose Frodo, the most unlikely candidate, to carry the Ring. This is a symbol of the theme. The Trust in the Hobbits Gandalf trusts Frodo's strength and Sam's loyalty. They are not warriors but are resilient. The Fulfillment of the Prophecy The prophecy of the Halfling is fulfilled. The small folk prove their worth.
The Final ExampleThe Final Example
The Final Example Frodo's Failure and Success Frodo fails to destroy the Ring himself, but his journey and Gollum's action complete the quest. It is not about strength but about endurance. The Honor of the Hobbits After the war, the hobbits are celebrated. They return to their simple lives but are forever remembered. The Eternal Message The story teaches that anyone can make a difference, no matter how small.
Throughout the story
October 25, T.A. 3018
March 25, T.A. 3019