And some things that should not have been forgotten were lost. History became legend. Legend became myth. And for two and a half thousand years, the ring? passed out of all knowledge.
("The Lord of the Rings")
More Quotes from J.R.R. Tolkien:
Galadriel his sister went not with him to Nargothrond, for in Doriath dwelt Celeborn, kinsman of Thingol, and there was great love between them. Therefore she remained in the Hidden Kingdom, and abode with Melian, and of her learned great lore and wisdom concerning Middle-earth.J.R.R. Tolkien
He who breaks a thing to find out what it is, has left the path of wisdom.
J.R.R. Tolkien
Yes, I am here. And you are lucky to be here too after all the absurd things you've done since you left home.
J.R.R. Tolkien
Speak, or I will put a dint in your hat that even a wizard will find hard to deal with!
J.R.R. Tolkien
And he smote the Balrog upon the mountainside.
J.R.R. Tolkien
It is a dangerous business going out your front door.
J.R.R. Tolkien
Readers Who Like This Quotation Also Like:
Based on Topics: Wisdom & Knowledge QuotesAbstainer: a weak person who yields to the temptation of denying himself a pleasure.
Ambrose Bierce
In order that all men may be taught to speak the truth, it is necessary that all likewise should learn to hear it.
Samuel Johnson
I know if I don't tour people will forget the record and you run a high risk of the record failing.
Daniel Johns