Why did Samwise go with Frodo?

As “punishment” for eavesdropping on Gandalf’s conversation with Frodo regarding the dangers of the One Ring, Gandalf chose Sam to be Frodo’s companion on his journey to Rivendell. Sam saved Frodo’s life more than once during the quest to destroy the Ring, and would accompany him all the way to Mount Doom.

Why didn’t Sam leave with Frodo?

‘ Because of his loyalty and love towards his bestfriend Frodo. Saving his friend matters than taking the ring and destroy it, he will not let his friend left behind without finishing his mission. Sam knew this mission is Frodo’s not his and he was only there to protect and assist him.

Why did Gandalf leave Frodo alone?

He feels betrayed by Boromir, who has violated the trust by attempting to take the Ring to Minas Tirith. Gandalf, the only person he can really trust, is – to his knowledge – dead.

Who does Gandalf suggest that Frodo take as a companion?

Gandalf rushes back to the Shire to find Frodo and test the Ring. The Ring does show the fiery letters. Gandalf recognizes the Ring and warns Frodo never to use it. Gandalf tells Frodo he must leave the Shire, and that he should bring a companion: Sam, Frodo’s gardener.

How much younger is Sam than Frodo?

When he sets off from the Shire on his journey, he is 50 years old. Samwise Gamgee was born in 1380, making him 12 years younger than Frodo. But it’s possible they looked similar in age, since the ring keeps the bearer from aging. As far as how old Frodo is when he dies, the answer is.. .well, we don’t know.

What does Gandalf say to Frodo about the ring?

Their conversation goes like this: Frodo: I wish the Ring had never come to me. I wish none of this had happened. Gandalf: So do all who live to see 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.

How do we know Sam will be able to carry Frodo?

We know Sam will be able to carry Frodo because we’ve watched him literally carry everything else. This is a moment that highlights Sam’s heroism, not a healthy friendship. Remember that beautiful moment when Sam wades out after Frodo’s boat as Frodo is trying to leave in The Fellowship of the Ring?

Was Sam considered a friend of Gandalf?

Sam was not considered a friend, but just the gardener, at the beginning of the tale, or he would have been seen at Bag End before Gandalf found him below the window.

What is the relationship between Mary and Pippin and Sam and Frodo?

Watching Mary and Pippin’s relationship alongside Frodo and Sam’s further highlights the difference between the friends (Mary and Pippin) and the employer/employee relationship of Sam and Frodo. While Mary and Pippin are seen laughing and getting into mischief together, Sam and Frodo are all work.