Hobbit Essay

Life has its challenges, and savior figures are here to make those challenges easier. In The Hobbit, J. R. R. Tolkien puts in savior figures to show that if one is lucky enough to get saved, they must learn from their experiences and be prepared to help others. Gandalf, Elrond, and Bard are all savior figures because, among other attributes, they are compassionate, courageous, and wise and because of them, Bilbo becomes faithful and unselfish.
Gandalf, Elrond, and Bard are savior figures because they are caring, courageous, and wise. Gandalf is a savior figure because he saves Bilbo and the dwarves from the goblins. Gandalf helps Bilbo and the dwarves in a very helpless situation, and without Gandalf, they never would have made it to the Misty Mountains. Gandalf shows his compassion and kindness, along with his skill, to help the dwarves and Bilbo through many different situations throughout the story. In fact, Gandalf appears in just the right time when hope is almost lost. Elrond is a savior figure because he helps the dwarves and Bilbo when they are low on food and supplies. Elrond sees that the dwarves and Bilbo are tired and weary from their journey and are low in spirit, so he gave them food, shelter, and supplies for their long trip ahead. Elrond did not have to give them supplies, he could have let them go straight through Ravendale, but he did not. He stopped and cared for them, and really boosted their self-confidence and saved them from starvation. Bard is a savior figure because he was courageous in fighting the dragon, while protecting others, and ended up doing greatness. Bard could have fled like everyone else in the town when the dragon came, but he stayed strong. He knew it was important to stay, defend the village, and fight the good fight. By making that choice, he ended up doing greatness by killing the dragon. He was courageous and strong and he saved everyone in the town. Gandalf, Elrond, and Bard all have an important role in showing the