I find it so heartwarming that Gandalf is an immortal being, and yet, he loves the smallest, most insignificant creatures in Middle-Earth. He could serve the great kings of men and give them council, but he chooses to light fireworks with children.
@L3- -37 I think what he is trying to say is this. Gandalf is free to choose the "glory" of serving with kings and holding high positions. But he mostly chooses the "joy" of humble folk and entertaining the youth. Gandalf routinely chooses joy over glory. When it's needed, he does his duty for the sake of both... Even when it would risk, and then lead, to his death.
Frodo's Lament for Gandalf, that he writes when he arrives in Lothlorien after fleeing Moria with the fellowship, addresses just the points you raised here. When evening in the Shire was grey his footsteps on the Hill were heard; before the dawn he went away on journey long without a word. From Wilderland to Western shore, from northern waste to southern hill, through dragon-lair and hidden door and darkling woods he walked at will. With Dwarf and Hobbit, Elves and Men, with mortal and immortal folk, with bird on bough and beast in den, in their own secret tongues he spoke. A deadly sword, a healing hand, a back that bent beneath its load; a trumpet-voice, a burning brand, a weary pilgrim on the road. A lord of wisdom throned he sat, swift in anger, quick to laugh; an old man in a battered hat who leaned upon a thorny staff. He stood upon the bridge alone and Fire and Shadow both defied; his staff was broken on the stone, in Khazad-dûm his wisdom died.
I struggled with depression and introversion for many years, to the point where I dropped out of university, stayed at home (sometimes for many days without even going on the balcony to just grab some fresh air) and had literally no idea or even the will to decide what I wanted to do with my life. I had no friends and felt alone. I lied to myself back then that isolation is peace, but you can only fool yourself with that for a while. At some point, I ordered the LOTR Extended trilogy. I had seen the films in the theatres as a child still, but not since then and had forgotten most of the plot. After watching them again, I got stuck in the scene with Gandalf and Frodo in Moria, where Frodo expresses that he wished none of this had happened. At that point, I saw some similarities in Frodo and me. But I will not lie, Gandalf's response hit me like a rock: "So do all who get to live such times, but that is not for them to decide. All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us." You cannot imagine how much of an impact these words had on me. I watched this scene again and again. To put a long story short, it gave me the initial push I so desperately needed. Even though it was not easy at first, I overcame my depression, became a more open person towards others, completed my studies, found a job that I like and generally, returned to how life should be. I have never been happier in my life than now. To all out there, suffering from similar issues: You are not alone. There are countless like you. When I was affected, I had literally no faith or self-esteem at all. NONE. I did not think myself able to overcome my insecurities. But then, a wizard in a fantasy world made me realise that all you need is a spark. Something that is your driving force. No, it will not be easy at first, but if you can find the will to say "I really WANT to do this.", even when sometimes you might think you cannot, you will be surprised by what your persistence can reveal about your inner self. I certainly was. Thank you, Gandalf, for giving me words to live by, and thank you, uploader, for bringing tears to my eyes.
I’m glad that you’re still here with us and that everything ended up working out to bring you joy. It really is amazing that sometimes what you need is a certain set of words to bring you to a realization that things will get better. I’ve suffered from depression and anxiety for many years but I’ve learned how to make it work as well as it can. LOTR also helped me through a lot of tough times and I love these books and movies for providing an escape. Be strong, and I hope you find happiness through the rest of your days, my friend.
But it's not Gandalf, it's Tolkien. He wrote the script. Look at his life, where he got his inspiration from so that he could share his message with you and everyone.
@@marblefan500 We are happy for every person that survived ww1 but it wouldn't make sence mentioning their names under this video, if they have nothing to do with this content... what a dumb comment...
Just my opinion, but saying that god spares certain people because they have something important to share . . . I don't really buy it. There are many people who died that probably would have had amazing stories to share had they lived.
@@gandalf7262 It's a confortable thought, but there is no reason to believe that a new life awaits us after death. For all we know, death is simply the end.
And now I understand: stories are not to entertain us; they are to remind us of what really matters, because even the strongest and wisest forget at times.
@@MrJanoo8 There will always be those like you who spew negativity in all direction like a mindless pulsar, do us all a favor and do not inflict us with your inane thoughts. If you do not believe that stories can teach valuable lessons or be uplifting in nature then you have missed out on a great thing.
@@Xnothen I have seen him on many LOTR videos on every subject from lore to videos such as these.I think he is either a MCU/DC/GOT,etc fanboy and just hates on anything LOTR based or is just a sad person who has nothing better to do than just try to make people feel bad.
“Perhaps it is because I’m afraid... And he gives me courage.” An immortal being holding on to such a small piece of a big world, afraid of what’s before himself. It never fails to give me some hope for this one.
@@MrJanoo8 😂 😂 😂 😂 show me on the doll where life hurt you. Grow up, mate. There’s enough hatred in this world, lest you sink low enough to propagate further problems. I don’t know what was done to you to make you such a spiteful sprite, but I really do hope that you find the courage to shed your hate and make an effort to become just a little bit better of a human being. If you can do that much, your life will be just a bit merrier. Toodles.
How this video is not as popular as it should be saddens me. It encapsulates the one thing I love about these films: it's ability to inspire hope, and to encourage kindness.
Well it's quite good, but for one thing the music is far too loud for the dialogue for much of it. Also the repeated lines (probably on purpose, but still) are a little off-putting.
My mom died from cancer just a few weeks ago. She and I loved Gandalf to heart. And I told her a few Gandalf quotes, she thanked me. Then died. Love you mom!
I think the best thing about LOTR series is how in a world of chaos and evil, there is always good, even as a flickering light in all the darkness, and the people willing to do good. The lessons are very simple: be kind, be loyal, be brave - and yet they are conveyed in such profound manner that they stay with you years after.
"Many that live deserve death, some who die deserve life, can you give to to them Frodo? Do not be so eager to deal out death and judgement". I love that, beautiful.
The music .. the aesthetic .. the dialogue .. the pacing .. the characters .. the stakes .. the acting .. the sets .. absolutely a one of a kind production. Thank you Peter Jackson for giving us such an epic and faithful adaptation.
When my grandma used to read LOTR to me as a kid, she would always say "listen to Gandalf. He has love in his heart." we saw the movies together too. Now she has sailed to the undying lands...I miss her so much. Thank you for this.
The message Tolkien was so desperate to impart to us when he wrote The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings is so simple and timeless that it's easy to forget it when times seem tough and uncertain: have courage, hold on to hope, and never, ever stop fighting for life and love in the face of evil. We would do well to listen to his message
Also.. even though your feel small and insignificant, you can make a difference. It reminds me of this quote from George Eliot's Middlemarch: "...for the growing good of the world is partly dependent on unhistoric acts; and that things are not so ill with you and me as they might have been, is half owing to the number who lived faithfully a hidden life, and rest in unvisited tombs."
Don't say even in death. Say even after death :) Remember, death is just another path. A mere human can't just understand what's beyond this world but there is something out there which we can't explain yet because we haven't evolved that much but that doesn't mean everything is lost. There's always be something, something good in this world and beyond this form which are in. After our death, we'll know.
This is what I miss from George R. R. Martin's books. None of these things that Gandalf says can fit into A Song of Ice and Fire. "I don't know. Saruman believes it's only great power that can hold evil in check. But that is not what I've found. I've found it's the small things. Everyday deeds from ordinary folk that keeps the darkness at bay. Simple acts of kindness and love". Even though that quote is not from Tolkien, it's entirely in Tolkien's book's spirit. Martin's strong realism makes it impossible to forward such a message, but it's these sorts of messages that were essential to the foundation of Fantasy.
Game of thrones never focused on any ordinary folk though. However even their lifes and actions inspired some characters like The Hound to see a better world.
I don’t know if I’d call George’s realism at least when compared to LOTR. Because I know people like Sam and Gandalf, and so did Tolkien. Too often in today’s society we push out hope as childish or naive, but when your in the trenches and you friends and allies are dying around you, hope is all you have. Hope and goodness is what drives the darkness away otherwise the world would have fallen long ago and us with it.
@@MrJanoo8 bloody hell mate, I wonder who put your knickers in a twist the morning you woke up and wrote this... I feel sorry for you man. It IS the good deeds of ordinary folk that keeps the darkness at bay.. think of the people who perk you up when your down. Are they not ordinary people? Yes each person you know may have a unique gift that make them individuals but they’re just people who care for you dude! And they’re the people who matter the most. 👍🏻👍🏻
Wow guys! I can't believe what I am seeing right now. I was 6 years old when The Fellowship came out on Theaters and when I watched it..all those quotes from Gandalf (Ian Mckellen) where carved in my mind and I carry them ever since as reminders, to guide me through life!... Thank you each and everyone of you for your kind and precious words! This video was made for many personal reasons, but the main reason that I wanted to show to the world was that.. we need to share kindness and love to everyone around us, that's why I uploaded it to TH-cam and I am really glad that you've all been very responsive to that! And again..Thank you soooo much!!
Panos Topalidis Thank you very, very much for this video. I was 6 years old too, when I saw the Fellowship for the first time - but not in the theaters... My grandma let me watch the VHS tape with her, and few years later I saw the other movies... At first I didn't understand it too well. But it grew with me quickly... and now, 13 years after seeing it for the first time as a kid, the movie has grown deep into my heart, and will keep growing ever more, I'm sure. It has a very personal meaning to me. The LOTR books AND the movies are miracles. Tolkien and Jackson are both geniuses, and their work carries such deep importance, speaks of love, of kindness, of friendship... Once I understood that, understood that THAT was the main point of the movies, I actually cried, realizing the true beauty of this masterpiece of a trilogy. These movies I will never tire of watching, and will one day show them to my children, so that they too could let their beauty into their heart and mind, where it will certainly stay forever, as it will for me. Again, many thanks for your lovely video, which perfectly summarizes the meaning of the three towering Tolkien works. All the best!
Panos Topalidis You accomplished my dream.. gandalfs life lessons should be obligatory in education.. When I watched your video I glimpsed what a world like it would be like.. Thank you very much
Panos Topalidis your very welcome, I too have used his words, because there True. Life is special And love and kindness is so important and should be used more, I'm sorry this hasn't had more views though.
Holy shit,congratulations for ur aspect and the way u presended to us....Lord of the rings is like a templar under which we all share are love and passion ....its really something remarkable...Health and love to all Lotr fans!!!
I think the most bittersweet moment was at the Grey Havens. Gandalf was sent to Middle Earth to help fight Sauron. Now that he is defeated it is time for him to go back to Valinor. "Farewell, my brave hobbits. My work here is now finished. I will not say do not weep, for not all tears are an evil." It's so sad that he is leaving and nobody will see him again. But we can't help but feel glad that after so many years, Sauron is defeated and Gandalf's task completed.
Sometimes I feel like Gandalf is a stand in for Tolkien himself. That wise old man who’s like a grandfather to everyone. Long live Tolkien and his universe. He was a gift to the world
I think Gandalf is the greatest among the angels is because he didn't place himself above the people of Middle Earth like Saruman and Sauron did. He walks among them, learns from them, and understands sometimes a hand on the shoulder, an act of kindness can give courage to help them through dark times.
Galadriel and Gandalf had a great fondness for each other and the scene that has them in it is just wonderfully played by Cate Blanchett and Ian McKellen.
When this movie came out, I was on the brink (and knowing it) of losing everything - my career, my friends and community, and possibly my liberty. I lived far away from my family. I did not know what was going to happen. And that quote "All you have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to you" helped me get through it.
"Many that live deserve death. And some that die deserve life." 'Then do not be too eager to deal out death in judgment. For even the very wise cannot see all ends."
An incredible character. One of my favourites! Sir Ian was the perfect casting, and the only person I accept as being Gandalf on the screen. Tremendous performance, what a guy!
whats amazing about this video is that it gives us little more than just the great thing Gandalf says. It gives hope, encouragement and gives such a positive outlook on our own lives. when he says these things it actually does make you think for a second. I would love to see this video go huge
Whenever I feel a panic attack or my depression creeping up, I always return to this video no matter what.. something about it, calms me and makes me feel happy again. I will cherish the lord of the rings trilogy in my heart forever, I continue to live by Gandalfs words every day and will continue to for the rest of my life. Thank you so much for this edit.
You, sir, deserve a medal. You really do. How to start.....Oh Yeah...... This video is all the *BEST GANDALF SCENES EVER*!!! And you combined them all the create this masterpiece....WELL DONE!!!
I discovered this video a couple years ago when my dad died and was looking for some sort of comfort, and have returned to it any time I am thinking about him. It encapsulates exactly what I love about these movies and Gandalf in particular. Thank you
1:33 I love the atention to the detail. You can clearly see the lack of understanding in Legolas eyes. Because he is an elve that basically cant die and if the do they just respawn on the Undying Lands where they can live into eternity he is overwhelmed with the situation because he cant feel the same as the others. Its just brilliant.
+ his ancestors had fought Balrogs. He probably grew up reading stories about those fights, and here he finds himself just witnessing the death of one of the most powerful beings in Middle-Earth by the hands of a balrog. Orlando does a fantastic job at portraying Legolas' emotions. Confused, in shock, sorrow.
The elves don't respond upon death. They are given passage to Aman when their time comes, but those that are slain are dead. Legolas's confusion is because he hasn't experienced death on a personal level, period. He had never been outside the woodland realm, so all his life he had only known the undying elves. Killing orcs is one thing, but to see even a Maiar fall in battle would have shaken him to his core
Whenever the evil and crazy stuff that happens in our world becomes too much, and I feel naught but anger, I come back to listen to this. Cry my eyes out and afterwards feel hope, hope in this crazy age. That by doing the small good things, make someone somewhere smile. Make a better world.
A reminder that these insights are not naive, or overly optimistic, but come from a man who fought through and survived the great war. He saw arguably some of the worst experiences history had to offer the common man, and got through. This advice comes from someone who has lived through horror and still found good in the world.
The world of Tolkien have affected and influenced my life and who I am as a person so much I can't begin to describe what an affect he has had on me thank you so much for uploading this video Gandalf is one of the kindest wisest people ever to have excited his Tolkien's words spoken through him deserve to be spread far and wide
Almost brings me to tears, this video is absolutely amazing! Gandalf has to be one of the greatest and most selfless characters to ever be portrayed in a movie. He is a hero... well done
Tolkien was a devout Christian. Gandalf as a character symbolises the Christ figure, though not allegorical per se. He's probably closer to an angel than anything else. Though not mortal, his physical body can be killed.
Hello guys, it's been a while! Thank you again for your kind posts! I've added subtitles on the video so you can understand some of Gandalf's quotes that were not mixed properly! I wish you all the best!
This is an amazing video! Encouraging people for kindness, giving them hope where is non left, and also making them sad at the same time! Right in the feels! Well done!
The first scene is a defining moment for me. “So do all who live to see such times. But that is not for us to decide. All we can do is decide what to do with the times we are given.”
Πολύ ωραίο βίντεο και η μουσική το κάνει ακόμα πιο συγκινητικό :')! Ένα πράγμα που αγαπώ στον Γκάνταλφ είναι ότι σε αντίθεση με τον Σάρουμαν η εστίαση του δεν είναι ποτέ στον εαυτό του, αλλά στους άλλους και πάνω από όλα σε όλα αυτά που αφορούν τη ζωή, γιατί με τον πιο απλό και ειλικρινές τρόπο φαίνεται να αγαπάει πάνω από όλα τη ζωή, κάτι που μοιράζεται με τα Χόμπιτ.
Like he said, simple acts of kindness and love. That is how we fight against the darkness we see everyday. And remember, death is just another path, that we all must take. Pass these along, so people can remember that there is always hope, always.
1. The Small Things, everyday deeds of ordinary folk. 2. And then you see it. These two hit home hard, and I find myself watching this for probably 300th time over the last years for some reason. How we would wish the soothing presence of a wizard, talking about the Good, and finding peace in Death. Beyond words. Tolkien's magic.
That was incredible. Legit one of my favorite videos I have ever watched. It was so flawlessly seamless, perfectly executed, and lovingly created. More people need to see this. I am inspired. Thank you.
Gandalf is my favorite... pitted against a foe so much more powerful than himself... wielding the ring of fire to kindle the hearts of the good guys. And i love how much trust he has in Aragorn
Every like once in a week/month this video just pops out automatically after *a* video, no matter what genre, lenght anything... its tru, that i listen some lotr music time to time and watch few lotr lore channels, yet i am so grateful for ytbs algorithm, who knows that sometimes i just need to chill out, get my mood fixed, feel some nostalgy and esecially get *abso-fukin-lut* chills from the music, the characters, the ending, the memories.. Love you Tolkien, Jackson and all the actors, who participated in the masterpiece
In these sad times with CORONAVIRUS , I wish there was a Gandalf somewhere who would put some sense into our prime ministers and presidents who think greed is the way to prosper in this earth. Sometimes I wish I lived in that world so where you would find a great LEADER, CAPTAIN, KING.
I started crying without even realizing it about halfway through. This video is beautiful and encapsulates some of the best things about the movies. They inspire courage, love, and friendship. Gandalf had some of the best lines in the movies and I try to live by them even if it's hard. My yearbook quote was one of Gandalf's lines for a reason. Anyway this was beautifully edited and I will keep this in my favorites forever. Great job.
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I find it so heartwarming that Gandalf is an immortal being, and yet, he loves the smallest, most insignificant creatures in Middle-Earth. He could serve the great kings of men and give them council, but he chooses to light fireworks with children.
@L3- -37 I think what he is trying to say is this. Gandalf is free to choose the "glory" of serving with kings and holding high positions. But he mostly chooses the "joy" of humble folk and entertaining the youth. Gandalf routinely chooses joy over glory. When it's needed, he does his duty for the sake of both... Even when it would risk, and then lead, to his death.
He is, I suppose like The Doctor
If I was Immortal I'd be the same, they make me happy and braver...
”Sauron belives that its only great power that can hold evil at check”
Frodo's Lament for Gandalf, that he writes when he arrives in Lothlorien after fleeing Moria with the fellowship, addresses just the points you raised here.
When evening in the Shire was grey
his footsteps on the Hill were heard;
before the dawn he went away
on journey long without a word.
From Wilderland to Western shore,
from northern waste to southern hill,
through dragon-lair and hidden door
and darkling woods he walked at will.
With Dwarf and Hobbit, Elves and Men,
with mortal and immortal folk,
with bird on bough and beast in den,
in their own secret tongues he spoke.
A deadly sword, a healing hand,
a back that bent beneath its load;
a trumpet-voice, a burning brand,
a weary pilgrim on the road.
A lord of wisdom throned he sat,
swift in anger, quick to laugh;
an old man in a battered hat
who leaned upon a thorny staff.
He stood upon the bridge alone
and Fire and Shadow both defied;
his staff was broken on the stone,
in Khazad-dûm his wisdom died.
I struggled with depression and introversion for many years, to the point where I dropped out of university, stayed at home (sometimes for many days without even going on the balcony to just grab some fresh air) and had literally no idea or even the will to decide what I wanted to do with my life. I had no friends and felt alone. I lied to myself back then that isolation is peace, but you can only fool yourself with that for a while.
At some point, I ordered the LOTR Extended trilogy. I had seen the films in the theatres as a child still, but not since then and had forgotten most of the plot. After watching them again, I got stuck in the scene with Gandalf and Frodo in Moria, where Frodo expresses that he wished none of this had happened. At that point, I saw some similarities in Frodo and me. But I will not lie, Gandalf's response hit me like a rock:
"So do all who get to live such times, but that is not for them to decide. All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us."
You cannot imagine how much of an impact these words had on me. I watched this scene again and again. To put a long story short, it gave me the initial push I so desperately needed. Even though it was not easy at first, I overcame my depression, became a more open person towards others, completed my studies, found a job that I like and generally, returned to how life should be. I have never been happier in my life than now.
To all out there, suffering from similar issues: You are not alone. There are countless like you. When I was affected, I had literally no faith or self-esteem at all. NONE. I did not think myself able to overcome my insecurities. But then, a wizard in a fantasy world made me realise that all you need is a spark. Something that is your driving force. No, it will not be easy at first, but if you can find the will to say "I really WANT to do this.", even when sometimes you might think you cannot, you will be surprised by what your persistence can reveal about your inner self. I certainly was.
Thank you, Gandalf, for giving me words to live by, and thank you, uploader, for bringing tears to my eyes.
I’m glad that you’re still here with us and that everything ended up working out to bring you joy. It really is amazing that sometimes what you need is a certain set of words to bring you to a realization that things will get better. I’ve suffered from depression and anxiety for many years but I’ve learned how to make it work as well as it can.
LOTR also helped me through a lot of tough times and I love these books and movies for providing an escape.
Be strong, and I hope you find happiness through the rest of your days, my friend.
I really hope you're right, cuz my "hope" engine is almost running on 0 now.
Thank you for sharing your story, as I can relate to it easily. You sharing your story is like the cherry on top of this video.
That was beautiful. Any character, living or fake, can be the one to bring us back. I also love this video, his words of wisdom. Such beauty.
But it's not Gandalf, it's Tolkien. He wrote the script.
Look at his life, where he got his inspiration from so that he could share his message with you and everyone.
Thank god Tolkein made it through WW1...
He got a lot of practice playing Battlefield 1.
God spared him knowing he had something important to give to the world.
Jam Lym . . . So all the others who died weren't important?
@@marblefan500 We are happy for every person that survived ww1 but it wouldn't make sence mentioning their names under this video, if they have nothing to do with this content...
what a dumb comment...
Just my opinion, but saying that god spares certain people because they have something important to share . . . I don't really buy it. There are many people who died that probably would have had amazing stories to share had they lived.
"Death is just another path, one that we all must take."
No Stefan, jak ty mnie zaimponowałeś.
Ale na powaznie, jeden z lepszych cytatow filmu.
@@MrJanoo8 Death is just a start of a new journey.
But if you have the chance to fight do it
@@gandalf7262 It's a confortable thought, but there is no reason to believe that a new life awaits us after death. For all we know, death is simply the end.
@@guigui-lehardi7193 Even the very wise do not know all ends
@@guigui-lehardi7193 Even if it is the end, it is still a path we all must take.
And now I understand: stories are not to entertain us; they are to remind us of what really matters, because even the strongest and wisest forget at times.
@@MrJanoo8 There will always be those like you who spew negativity in all direction like a mindless pulsar, do us all a favor and do not inflict us with your inane thoughts. If you do not believe that stories can teach valuable lessons or be uplifting in nature then you have missed out on a great thing.
@@Xnothen I have seen him on many LOTR videos on every subject from lore to videos such as these.I think he is either a MCU/DC/GOT,etc fanboy and just hates on anything LOTR based or is just a sad person who has nothing better to do than just try to make people feel bad.
@@MrJanoo8 kid these days, talking nonsense behind their phone or laptop. Get a life kiddo, you have miserable life i believe.
Depends on what kind of story it is.
@@jamiewilson6155 even the ones we don’t like have some point lol
“Perhaps it is because I’m afraid...
And he gives me courage.”
An immortal being holding on to such a small piece of a big world, afraid of what’s before himself.
It never fails to give me some hope for this one.
I love how Gandalf is so powerful and wise, but yet it is still afraid. It shows that it is ok to be afraid.
@@MrJanoo8 you sound like you need a hug. It’ll be okay, little bumblebee.
@@MrJanoo8 I did this morning, actually. It was refreshing. Here, have a hug you poor sod.
@@MrJanoo8 I mean, if you want to, I guess? You’re buying the drinks, right?
@@MrJanoo8 😂 😂 😂 😂 show me on the doll where life hurt you. Grow up, mate. There’s enough hatred in this world, lest you sink low enough to propagate further problems. I don’t know what was done to you to make you such a spiteful sprite, but I really do hope that you find the courage to shed your hate and make an effort to become just a little bit better of a human being. If you can do that much, your life will be just a bit merrier. Toodles.
How this video is not as popular as it should be saddens me. It encapsulates the one thing I love about these films: it's ability to inspire hope, and to encourage kindness.
Well it's quite good, but for one thing the music is far too loud for the dialogue for much of it. Also the repeated lines (probably on purpose, but still) are a little off-putting.
Stop complaining. Enjoy.
+John 1112 Complaints aren't bad.
But you complaint everyday. Just stop already.
+John 1112 Huh? That one comment was made 2 months ago. What do you mean "everyday"?
My mom died from cancer just a few weeks ago. She and I loved Gandalf to heart. And I told her a few Gandalf quotes, she thanked me. Then died. Love you mom!
Sorry to hear that brother. Truly
I’m sure she’s in the far green country now, man. Stay strong.
So sorry to hear this.She's all caught up in the bright Lights now..Do stay strong
She simply took one of the last ships out of the harbor, to those shinging shores. Have no fear, she is with the valar now.
Gandalf has taught me more than most people in my life...
He is the grandad we all wished we had. But he also represents the grandad I want to be one day.
And The Lady of The Woods
That's sad
His views are strongly faith based as Tolkien intended.
@@robstvn sad but gives us strength and courage good people keep evil at bay even though our most troubled times ❤
I think the best thing about LOTR series is how in a world of chaos and evil, there is always good, even as a flickering light in all the darkness, and the people willing to do good. The lessons are very simple: be kind, be loyal, be brave - and yet they are conveyed in such profound manner that they stay with you years after.
"Happiness can be found even in the darkest of time so long as you remember to turn on the light"-dumbledore
Sam sums this up beautifully at the end of the two towers
Fiction can be a great tool to explore deep concepts that can change you, it has changed me.
The best shortcut there is, the only shortcut that works, and the only shortcut that's good: kindness
-Kevin
@@MrJanoo8 Why do you say that?
"true courage is about knowing not when to take a life but when to spare it"
*but when to spare one
Exec Matrix I read that as that part came on....trippy
"Many that live deserve death, some who die deserve life, can you give to to them Frodo? Do not be so eager to deal out death and judgement". I love that, beautiful.
Original quote from Tolkien, he knew what he was talking about after going through a world war
Americans be like.... whatever. bias!
@@Gnossiene369 and Russians and Chinese
The music .. the aesthetic .. the dialogue .. the pacing .. the characters .. the stakes .. the acting .. the sets .. absolutely a one of a kind production. Thank you Peter Jackson for giving us such an epic and faithful adaptation.
Agreed
Not completely accurate. Things were added and changed, but only in small ways, and never at the expense of Tolkiens work.
Absolute MASTERPIECE
And to the great, and kind, Tolkien, who began writing this when surrounded by the horrors of WWI, and who never lost faith in kindness and loyalty.
When my grandma used to read LOTR to me as a kid, she would always say "listen to Gandalf. He has love in his heart."
we saw the movies together too. Now she has sailed to the undying lands...I miss her so much. Thank you for this.
You shall meet her again upon the white shores, and may it be under a swift sunrise.
The message Tolkien was so desperate to impart to us when he wrote The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings is so simple and timeless that it's easy to forget it when times seem tough and uncertain: have courage, hold on to hope, and never, ever stop fighting for life and love in the face of evil. We would do well to listen to his message
Also.. even though your feel small and insignificant, you can make a difference.
It reminds me of this quote from George Eliot's Middlemarch:
"...for the growing good of the world is partly dependent on unhistoric acts; and that things are not so ill with you and me as they might have been, is half owing to the number who lived faithfully a hidden life, and rest in unvisited tombs."
Also value Hearth, enjoy even the simple things in life, and friendship.
i cant explain how the lord of the rings changed my life in so many ways. lord of the rings will always be in my heart even in death
death*
Don't say even in death. Say even after death :)
Remember, death is just another path. A mere human can't just understand what's beyond this world but there is something out there which we can't explain yet because we haven't evolved that much but that doesn't mean everything is lost. There's always be something, something good in this world and beyond this form which are in. After our death, we'll know.
This is what I miss from George R. R. Martin's books. None of these things that Gandalf says can fit into A Song of Ice and Fire.
"I don't know. Saruman believes it's only great power that can hold evil in check. But that is not what I've found. I've found it's the small things. Everyday deeds from ordinary folk that keeps the darkness at bay. Simple acts of kindness and love".
Even though that quote is not from Tolkien, it's entirely in Tolkien's book's spirit. Martin's strong realism makes it impossible to forward such a message, but it's these sorts of messages that were essential to the foundation of Fantasy.
Fantasy is not necessarily the best place for grim dark realism... it's a place where good battles evil and wins. Imho.
Game of thrones never focused on any ordinary folk though. However even their lifes and actions inspired some characters like The Hound to see a better world.
Completely agreed with you
I don’t know if I’d call George’s realism at least when compared to LOTR. Because I know people like Sam and Gandalf, and so did Tolkien. Too often in today’s society we push out hope as childish or naive, but when your in the trenches and you friends and allies are dying around you, hope is all you have. Hope and goodness is what drives the darkness away otherwise the world would have fallen long ago and us with it.
@@MrJanoo8 bloody hell mate, I wonder who put your knickers in a twist the morning you woke up and wrote this... I feel sorry for you man. It IS the good deeds of ordinary folk that keeps the darkness at bay.. think of the people who perk you up when your down. Are they not ordinary people? Yes each person you know may have a unique gift that make them individuals but they’re just people who care for you dude! And they’re the people who matter the most. 👍🏻👍🏻
I never realized how much of a part gandalf played in my life growing up
RIP to Christopher Tolkien the son of J.R.R Tolkien
"Death is just another path; one that we all must take."
Rest in peace Bilbo Baggins
Wow guys! I can't believe what I am seeing right now.
I was 6 years old when The Fellowship came out on Theaters and when I watched it..all those quotes from Gandalf (Ian Mckellen) where carved in my mind and I carry them ever since as reminders, to guide me through life!...
Thank you each and everyone of you for your kind and precious words!
This video was made for many personal reasons, but the main reason that I wanted to show to the world was that.. we need to share kindness and love to everyone around us, that's why I uploaded it to TH-cam and I am really glad that you've all been very responsive to that!
And again..Thank you soooo much!!
Panos Topalidis Thank you very, very much for this video. I was 6 years old too, when I saw the Fellowship for the first time - but not in the theaters... My grandma let me watch the VHS tape with her, and few years later I saw the other movies...
At first I didn't understand it too well. But it grew with me quickly... and now, 13 years after seeing it for the first time as a kid, the movie has grown deep into my heart, and will keep growing ever more, I'm sure. It has a very personal meaning to me.
The LOTR books AND the movies are miracles. Tolkien and Jackson are both geniuses, and their work carries such deep importance, speaks of love, of kindness, of friendship... Once I understood that, understood that THAT was the main point of the movies, I actually cried, realizing the true beauty of this masterpiece of a trilogy.
These movies I will never tire of watching, and will one day show them to my children, so that they too could let their beauty into their heart and mind, where it will certainly stay forever, as it will for me.
Again, many thanks for your lovely video, which perfectly summarizes the meaning of the three towering Tolkien works.
All the best!
Panos Topalidis You accomplished my dream.. gandalfs life lessons should be obligatory in education.. When I watched your video I glimpsed what a world like it would be like.. Thank you very much
Panos Topalidis this video needs wayyy more views. I have always loved Gandalf.
Panos Topalidis your very welcome, I too have used his words, because there True. Life is special And love and kindness is so important and should be used more, I'm sorry this hasn't had more views though.
Holy shit,congratulations for ur aspect and the way u presended to us....Lord of the rings is like a templar under which we all share are love and passion ....its really something remarkable...Health and love to all Lotr fans!!!
RIP Ian Holm . You will be missed, our brave hobbit, our bilbo , our dear old friend.
Death is just another path, one we all must take
He did wonderfull with the time that was given to him, RIP.
Rest in peace, little burglar. In your absence, we have wept, for not all tears at an evil.
I think the most bittersweet moment was at the Grey Havens. Gandalf was sent to Middle Earth to help fight Sauron. Now that he is defeated it is time for him to go back to Valinor. "Farewell, my brave hobbits. My work here is now finished. I will not say do not weep, for not all tears are an evil." It's so sad that he is leaving and nobody will see him again. But we can't help but feel glad that after so many years, Sauron is defeated and Gandalf's task completed.
it still amazes me that mere men can make something so beautiful enough to make grown men feel strongly enough to cry.
Sometimes I feel like Gandalf is a stand in for Tolkien himself. That wise old man who’s like a grandfather to everyone. Long live Tolkien and his universe. He was a gift to the world
This video deserves much more recognition, and so do you.
One of Gandalf’s greatest strengths is his empathy.
The ring of Narya helps him in healing despair in others
Can you promise me I will come back?
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No,...No I cannot. And if you do, you will not be the same...
I think Gandalf is the greatest among the angels is because he didn't place himself above the people of Middle Earth like Saruman and Sauron did. He walks among them, learns from them, and understands sometimes a hand on the shoulder, an act of kindness can give courage to help them through dark times.
This can never leave the internet.
Galadriel and Gandalf had a great fondness for each other and the scene that has them in it is just wonderfully played by Cate Blanchett and Ian McKellen.
When this movie came out, I was on the brink (and knowing it) of losing everything - my career, my friends and community, and possibly my liberty. I lived far away from my family. I did not know what was going to happen. And that quote "All you have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to you" helped me get through it.
could be my favorite video I've ever seen on TH-cam
hey now.....i totally didn't cry
Still love watching it 2 years later
also slyfer's video on LoTR. You should check it out
*WARNING THIS VIDEO IS VERY EMOTIONAL SO PLEASE WHOEVER IS READING THIS BRING TISSUES BEFORE PLAYING THIS VIDEO.........THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!*
This comment should be at the top
@@hermitsunite953 Thanks, and it's True what I wrote!!!
Gandalf is the grandad we all wished we had in our life. But now that I’m older, I realize he also represents the grandad I want to be one day.
"Many that live deserve death. And some that die deserve life."
'Then do not be too eager to deal out death in judgment. For even the very wise cannot see all ends."
“White shores, and beyond, a far green country, under a swift sunrise....” so beautiful.....
This is so beautifully edited. Ugh the writing, Ian McKellen's performance, Howard Shore's music, it is pure perfection.
Quite a lot of what we have in the films is drawn from the books and for that we owe JRR Tolkien too.
@@acdragonrider absolutely
I always start to tear up when Sam follows Frodo into the river and he says those lines.
An incredible character. One of my favourites! Sir Ian was the perfect casting, and the only person I accept as being Gandalf on the screen. Tremendous performance, what a guy!
This world needs more Gandalfs… ❤️
One of the greatest mentors in fiction Gandalf i salute you sir
whats amazing about this video is that it gives us little more than just the great thing Gandalf says. It gives hope, encouragement and gives such a positive outlook on our own lives. when he says these things it actually does make you think for a second. I would love to see this video go huge
This movie series should be released in Cinema's again to give people hope. This isn't the end....
Dude, that was absolutely amazing.
Whenever I feel a panic attack or my depression creeping up, I always return to this video no matter what.. something about it, calms me and makes me feel happy again. I will cherish the lord of the rings trilogy in my heart forever, I continue to live by Gandalfs words every day and will continue to for the rest of my life. Thank you so much for this edit.
Whenever I’m going through a bad season of life, LOTR is my place of solace and comfort.
“He that breaks a thing to find out what it is has left the path of wisdom.”
Just imagine Gandalf is your gradpa...
I Never Saw My Grandfathers.....They Both Died Before I Came In The World! :(
So Gandalf Will Possibly Be My Only Grandfather!!!
I will be gandlaf for my grandchildrens .
I'm sorry for your losses. I truly wish for you, to find what you seek and need.
My grandfather was, he was always thought me life lessons and he did a great job
I always saw him as mine grandpa
I think we all did this
You, sir, deserve a medal. You really do. How to start.....Oh Yeah......
This video is all the *BEST GANDALF SCENES EVER*!!! And you combined them all the create this masterpiece....WELL DONE!!!
I discovered this video a couple years ago when my dad died and was looking for some sort of comfort, and have returned to it any time I am thinking about him. It encapsulates exactly what I love about these movies and Gandalf in particular. Thank you
Gandalf has to be my favourite fantasy wizard, he's what a wizard should be, wise and kind but not condescending
These are some of the most powerful words ever spoken! Listner to them truly listen to them!
1:33 I love the atention to the detail. You can clearly see the lack of understanding in Legolas eyes. Because he is an elve that basically cant die and if the do they just respawn on the Undying Lands where they can live into eternity he is overwhelmed with the situation because he cant feel the same as the others. Its just brilliant.
+ his ancestors had fought Balrogs. He probably grew up reading stories about those fights, and here he finds himself just witnessing the death of one of the most powerful beings in Middle-Earth by the hands of a balrog. Orlando does a fantastic job at portraying Legolas' emotions. Confused, in shock, sorrow.
The elves don't respond upon death. They are given passage to Aman when their time comes, but those that are slain are dead. Legolas's confusion is because he hasn't experienced death on a personal level, period. He had never been outside the woodland realm, so all his life he had only known the undying elves. Killing orcs is one thing, but to see even a Maiar fall in battle would have shaken him to his core
@@mortman200 ,,he hasn’t experienced death on personal level” and what about his mother? 🤔
@@Matisek345 never found her body, never witnessed a death in person and certainly never seen an angelic maiar fall to a mortal end
We all need gandalf in our lives this speech helps everyone even us small folks ❤
That one dislike is from the evil lord Sauron
or Gollum and Sauron
Or Saruman.
@@EchthelionII or morgoth
@@robertisham5279 Ooh I forgot about him.
Or the Bitch-King of Angmar
Whenever the evil and crazy stuff that happens in our world becomes too much, and I feel naught but anger, I come back to listen to this. Cry my eyes out and afterwards feel hope, hope in this crazy age. That by doing the small good things, make someone somewhere smile. Make a better world.
My Grandmother passed away early yesterday morning. I always come to Gandfalf for comfort.
"perhaps, because he gives me courage".
Carry on, it's the point of this
The background music seems alittle loud at times
IMO Rather Gandalf is often just whispering or talking very quetly.
@JRRnotTolkien The music is like: CAN YOU FEEL THE EMOTION YET?!
He increases the volume of the music playing so it drowns out the original music in some scenes.
It was so loud, that it drowned out Gandalf's beautiful voice at Rivendell. Other than that, it was a really sweet
video!👍👍❤
A reminder that these insights are not naive, or overly optimistic, but come from a man who fought through and survived the great war. He saw arguably some of the worst experiences history had to offer the common man, and got through. This advice comes from someone who has lived through horror and still found good in the world.
The world of Tolkien have affected and influenced my life and who I am as a person so much I can't begin to describe what an affect he has had on me thank you so much for uploading this video Gandalf is one of the kindest wisest people ever to have excited his Tolkien's words spoken through him deserve to be spread far and wide
Almost brings me to tears, this video is absolutely amazing! Gandalf has to be one of the greatest and most selfless characters to ever be portrayed in a movie. He is a hero... well done
Gandalf has the best moving and inspirational lines
Tolkien was a devout Christian. Gandalf as a character symbolises the Christ figure, though not allegorical per se. He's probably closer to an angel than anything else. Though not mortal, his physical body can be killed.
@@sonofcy Don't mix Christianity with Lord of the Rings. Religions are a lie. Faith is not.
@@pizzaparkerhotdogmaguire3225 It's well known and I've no interest in either of those things.
One of the Best Videos on TH-cam
This is a masterpiece! Done with true love to lotr and hobbit, thank you!
The whole world needs Gandalf right now
This video has gotten me through many dark nights 😞
Thanks for posting this masterpiece.
Hello guys, it's been a while!
Thank you again for your kind posts!
I've added subtitles on the video so you can understand some of Gandalf's quotes that were not mixed properly!
I wish you all the best!
I think I see a reflection of Eru in Gandalf's wisdom and kindness...
I cry when I watch these scenes, it’s so emotional and amazing.
This deserves waaaay more recognition
This would make a great tribute
This is maybe the best edited compilation of LOTR I have ever seen.
This is an amazing video! Encouraging people for kindness, giving them hope where is non left, and also making them sad at the same time! Right in the feels! Well done!
Greatest movie ever.
The first scene is a defining moment for me. “So do all who live to see such times. But that is not for us to decide. All we can do is decide what to do with the times we are given.”
Back when movies werent afraid to have heart and show genuine heroism in the face of great darkness
Damn. The editing in this really puts extra punch behind how powerful this movie is.
اظن انه اصبح هذا الابداع جزء مني❤❤❤❤❤
Πολύ ωραίο βίντεο και η μουσική το κάνει ακόμα πιο συγκινητικό :')! Ένα πράγμα που αγαπώ στον Γκάνταλφ είναι ότι σε αντίθεση με τον Σάρουμαν η εστίαση του δεν είναι ποτέ στον εαυτό του, αλλά στους άλλους και πάνω από όλα σε όλα αυτά που αφορούν τη ζωή, γιατί με τον πιο απλό και ειλικρινές τρόπο φαίνεται να αγαπάει πάνω από όλα τη ζωή, κάτι που μοιράζεται με τα Χόμπιτ.
Like he said, simple acts of kindness and love. That is how we fight against the darkness we see everyday. And remember, death is just another path, that we all must take. Pass these along, so people can remember that there is always hope, always.
1. The Small Things, everyday deeds of ordinary folk. 2. And then you see it. These two hit home hard, and I find myself watching this for probably 300th time over the last years for some reason. How we would wish the soothing presence of a wizard, talking about the Good, and finding peace in Death. Beyond words. Tolkien's magic.
Gandalf should be in every heart.
This is so beautifully put together. The scenes arrayed as you have done elicit such intense emotions.
- Farewell my brave ones, My work is now finished.
- The friendship ends here.
-The journey doesn't end here.
That was incredible. Legit one of my favorite videos I have ever watched. It was so flawlessly seamless, perfectly executed, and lovingly created. More people need to see this. I am inspired. Thank you.
Thank you Mithrandir for guiding us on how to live, you are truly and angel.
Gandalf is my favorite... pitted against a foe so much more powerful than himself... wielding the ring of fire to kindle the hearts of the good guys. And i love how much trust he has in Aragorn
Every like once in a week/month this video just pops out automatically after *a* video, no matter what genre, lenght anything... its tru, that i listen some lotr music time to time and watch few lotr lore channels, yet i am so grateful for ytbs algorithm, who knows that sometimes i just need to chill out, get my mood fixed, feel some nostalgy and esecially get *abso-fukin-lut* chills from the music, the characters, the ending, the memories.. Love you Tolkien, Jackson and all the actors, who participated in the masterpiece
When im afraid or stressed out i think of Gandalf and things are not so bad anymore. In other words.... GANDALF RULLEZZZ!!!!
I love gandalf so much, he is like the best grandpa ever, kind, warm personality and charismatic
This video gives me hope for our world
Hope it seems, is what we all need in times such as these.
I find myself slightly crying at this in the current circumstances
That isn't so bad..
No...no it isn't...
i feel that.
One of the most memorable characters of film history
When you think that Ian McKellen based his performance on Tolkien speech and mannerism...
Through hearing Gandalf, we hear Tolkien himself.
Beautifully edited. Thank you!
Eto sundor chaharar apnar,christir chresto sundor chahara.
First time I finished the Trilogy I felt like it was the end of a long journey. These movies are something extra special.
In these sad times with CORONAVIRUS ,
I wish there was a Gandalf somewhere who would put some sense into our prime ministers and presidents who think greed is the way to prosper in this earth. Sometimes I wish I lived in that world so where you would find a great LEADER, CAPTAIN, KING.
I started crying without even realizing it about halfway through. This video is beautiful and encapsulates some of the best things about the movies. They inspire courage, love, and friendship. Gandalf had some of the best lines in the movies and I try to live by them even if it's hard. My yearbook quote was one of Gandalf's lines for a reason.
Anyway this was beautifully edited and I will keep this in my favorites forever. Great job.