Thorin Oakenshield

From: The Hobbit

488 quotes

"Money is necessary, but not sufficient for true wealth."
Money
"Health of body and mind are prerequisites for greatness."
Health
"Adventure calls to those brave enough to answer."
Adventure
"Imagination distinguishes a true leader from a mere ruler."
Imagination
"I have no use for those who lack the courage of their convictions."
Courage
"Change is inevitable; how we respond to it defines us."
Change
"Education without experience is merely theory."
Education
"Knowledge of oneself is the beginning of wisdom."
Knowledge
"Time is the one currency even kings cannot purchase."
Time
"Truth may wound, but lies destroy."
Truth
"Freedom is the birthright of those willing to defend it."
Freedom
"Peace is the prize for those victorious in war."
Peace
"Nature provides both shelter and challenge to those who respect it."
Nature
"Art transcends the limitations of the mortal form."
Art
"Science and magic are separated only by understanding."
Science
"Music stirs the soul in ways words cannot."
Music
"Faith sustains us when all other supports fail."
Faith
"Leadership demands sacrifice from those who would wield it."
Leadership
"Work done with pride is never wasted effort."
Work
"Dreams inspire, but only action creates reality."
Dreams
"Humor is the respite of the weary warrior."
Humor
"I have chosen this path, and I will walk it to the end."
Motivation
"Inspiration is born from desperation and determination."
Inspiration
"My loyalty to those I call kin is absolute and eternal."
Relationships
"I am Thorin Oakenshield, and I will not be trifled with."
Strength
"A king is nothing without his people."
Leadership
"Gold is the root of all ambition."
Money
"We do not abandon our kin."
Family
"Courage is found in the hearts of those who refuse to surrender."
Courage
"A dwarf's word is his bond."
Truth