Being inside the story: a key moment in The Lord of the Rings

[@nathanbell6899]

Malcolm my sister passed away in her sleep last night. She was such a caring and gentle soul. She's leaving behind 2 sons and a grandson. Please say a prayer for her.

[@goldilocks913]

🙏🙏🙏

[@dean828]

🙏

[@zoilacarandang9105]

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[@zoilacarandang9105]

thank you.. you encouraged me today..

[@crusader2112]

My condolences. 🙏🏻

[@zoobee]

the more time that passes, the more it seems like Lord of the Rings is forever

[@davidmcaninch4714]

#numberonetrilly

[@Shadowman4710]

I discovered Tolkien in 1977 when the Rankin-Bass adaptation appeared on American Television. I asked my parents for the books that Christmas and I've been hooked ever since.

[@daniellewis2664]

And what an encouraging thought that is!

[@InhabitantOfOddworld]

It is

[@LachlanMorris]

As a 24 year old, trying to rely less on technology and social media has been hard but I'm always inspired by readings of old classic tales and the simple pleasures of life. Thank you for helping me on that journey.

[@electricelf-music]

I'm 24 and have the exact same thing to say too. It's nice to know that we have shared thoughts

[@elizaj4431]

Just chiming in as another disenchanted with technology and the modern world. I'm finding my own different path but it feels a bit lonely going my own way sometimes although I'm happier and more fulfilled overall. Nice to hear others feeling similar. I'm making my own small sphere as much like a corner of LOTR world as I can. 😁 Love this channel. There was vid recently of visiting a place in Swiss Alps that inspired Tolkien that was so breathtaking I've added it to my travel bucket list to go hiking there. Inspirational.

[@TheRealSabakuNoGabo]

I would pay heaps to get the entire Hobbit and LOTR trilogy audiobook narrated by Malcom Guite.

[@Sjguitarpnw]

came to say the same thing! Such a great voice and cadence and person!

[@thomasfranklin4307]

Yes!

[@DorsetGirl]

That would be fab

[@MichaelCortese1]

I have just finished all the audiobooks narrated by Andy Serkis, excellent. But after 5 minutes of this video I thought it would be amazing if Malcom had his own version!

[@tomhillman9519]

Given how important food is to Hobbits, the line about Frodo and Sam not knowing whether their meal on the stairs would be the last meal they ever ate together is especially poignant. It's a small detail in a scene full of many great details, but it's such a nice touch. I don't believe I have ever made that connection before.

[@emikryll1245]

I am an Adult man living with my lovely family in our small house. I have been working all day pulling up our old fence and bonking down poles for a new one in the hot summer sun. Enjoying the best of the day left with a glas of red in the setting sun and malcom in my ear. Thank you so much for being the best enchancer of ocations aswell ad the best antidote for a worked Body.

[@IAMNationX]

I am a simple man, I see a Malcolm Guite video, I smile and like. Forever in Christ Mr Guite

[@maddeku0]

This is one of my personal favorite moments as well, it makes me near watery eyed just thinking of it every time. It’s the light inextinguishable amongst the seemingly impenetrable dark; earendil shining above the dark pass. Sam and Frodo strengthen themselves with their stories, and they strengthen thee story for us all. Beautiful. Aiya Eärendil elenion ancalima!

[@brendanmccallion2350]

This reading brought me to tears. My dad passed away two weeks ago very suddenly. All I can say is thank you for this video. ❤️💚💛

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

I’m so sorry to hear of your loss but glad if my little video helped in your grief M

[@gohawks3571]

I'm so sorry. Prayers for you to have peace🙏🕊️✌️

[@kemikemi756]

I could sit and listen to this man for hours, I wish these small tea-times were a bit longer, then I realize i've already been sitting still for over 16 minutes. Time flies when you're locked in into something constructive

[@cornbeef]

You're exactly right, when a book is that good, you forget you're reading because you feel like a fly on the wall in the middle of the storyline. As others have pointed out, the fact this is a 16 minute video and yet it felt like only 4 minutes, shows how engrossed to the story I was. It's such a wonderful moment on the stairs. I may have to read these books again. It's been 20 years...

[@colbyashenfelter7069]

Can’t tell you how much I needed this visit today. Thank you!

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Glad I could help!

[@hugocharneca7651]

A big thank to you Malcolm and your daughter for operating the camera 🙏🏼

[@rcpedersen1]

Thank you for sharing this. I can remember my dad reading the Lord of the Rings to me as a kid. I can still remember him reading the part where Frodo is stung by Shelob. I remember wanting to shut the book, because how could the ending be happy? But we kept reading. My dad passed away last month, and this brought all those memories back. So, again, thank you.

[@mickt3390]

I'd sit and listen allday to you sir

[@adriantamblyn-watts7308]

I love these 'dips' into Tolkien and Lewis.

[@paulwalker5822]

This is a wonderful moment in the story telling, the light momentarily breaks through in the heart of darkness. Thank you Malcolm. The story goes ever on.

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Thanks for listening

[@butterflysigh9577]

oh the joy & delight ! to discover magnificent characters of England still reside live & exist.........& not just in great tales of old ..........

[@Josh.G.McN.]

The highlight of my day has posted a new video. God bless you Mr. Guite.

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Blitzkrieg1324]

Malcolm you give us Tolkien fans so much enjoyment with your interpretations which are spot on, you truly bring the literature back to life as if I were reading it for the first time as a young man. GOD BLESS you are a treasure!

[@TheExcuseme2121]

Congratulations on securing a publisher and an excellent illustrator for your Arthuriad. I cannot wait to read them. I hope you sign a few, too!

[@u235-guzzler]

Thank you for quite the calm and collected read, Malcolm! I always admire the way you tell these stories from sheer memory while toking away on your beautifully crafted pipes, I recently introduced your videos to my brother and I must say, you've had quite the impact! He's even bought himself his own Shire pipe and started to revisit The Hobbit and The Lord of The Rings! Cheers to another fantastic year, Malcolm.

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Thanks for the encouragement

[@geologistMB]

Just as I made a hearty soup and thought about your videos and LotR, you upload another video! Thank you so much for these cozy talks - they are a very welcome escape from the everyday happenings and emotions! Thank you, Malcolm!

[@lmarie931]

Your hearty soup sounds like the perfect, cozy accompaniment to a tale well read. 😊

[@crusader2112]

Last night I had a delicious potato soup, it was really yummy. 👍

[@lmarie931]

@@crusader2112 Sounds yummy!

[@sarahbell7513]

Sam and Frodo have such a beautiful and deep friendship. Thanks for sharing this Malcolm:) May we all be blessed with such friendship and encouragement.

[@sevenlocks5238]

No words but tears , thank you Malcolm! x

[@NoahPly]

Listening to this in the evening and it's as if I'm a child again, being read a bedtime story by my parents. I think this is one of the most good uses for technology, to bring others the goodness and beauty of story and of language. Not to mention a dash of theology and philosophy. Every video I watch from you, I feel edified. Thank you for doing the Lord's work, Malcom!

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Thanks for the encouragement!

[@malcolmhart1795]

Your description of Frodo's and Sam's selfless appreciation and support for each other when needed in their extremities is lovely. Thank you both for your bright efforts and for the timely encouragement to us all to keep on keeping on, being part of the bigger story, and being the best and brightest that we can be. 💙 💞

[@rmcnabb]

Thank you for visiting this darkest, and yet most resplendent, moments in the novels. I was so glad that it made it into the film, I thought they did a nice job with it.

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@thevoid902]

As a boy back in the sixties and early seventies I could totally lose myself in books . The world outside was gone and indeed I did exist in the stories whilst I read them. Oddly I did not read any Tolkien until my late teens and ,to my shame, never read The Silmarillion. I shall put that right this autumn. I also have always had a facination with the legend of Arthur so shall look forward to Malcolms books with great anticipation.

[@jubileegreer2392]

I just finished reading Phantastes partly because I heard you read the beginning and was fascinated. I feel that my heart will forever remember the tales in that book when I'm in dark and dreadful places.

[@malcolmhart1795]

We've started it recently, encouraged by the recent introduction here too. Can't wait for each reading session, so one of us reads ahead - rather sneakily - but the excuse given is that it helps towards reading aloud when together! 😁

[@christianmethot5941]

This is the moment of our day when we gather around the fire and listen to a fascinating story.

[@richardglady3009]

Thank you for bringing this part of the story to life! Also…I will never again, be ashamed of my messy, filled shelves. Perhaps, somewhere, is that story that sucks you and makes you forget you are reading…a story. Great video, as always.

[@EverymanPondering]

This is one of my favorite parts in the trilogy! I did a short on it earlier this year- just brilliant!

[@Vocatus2222]

Tolkien's words on the page are like a liminal space where the boundary of the there and the then, blur against the here and the now. Thanks for sharing once again! Your videos are always best for me when I have some 965 in my old Barling or Peterson.

[@caroledrury1411]

Brilliant and inspiring and a treat to have it read to us with our evening glass of wine! Thank you

[@amix1809]

I cherish every video you put out. Keep it up, it is just so nice to sit down at the end of long, tiresome day and get lost in your videos much like Tolkien's work.

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Wow, thank you!

[@jat2319]

Cosy as always Malcolm. You're right. Keep the imagination and the stories going.

[@greenmoss9079]

You read a part of The Two Towers a troubling time for Frodo and Sam. Our times are exceptionly troubling (I know so ) I love story telling it makes you remember the past and are you able to deal with the future

[@klapchek]

Thank you, sir, for your reading and words of encouragement. I do so look forward to your uploads. Peace!

[@leightonclark7533]

I really like how well you explain and express your thoughts about LOTR and Tolkiens work! Thank you Malcolm. From a fan down under in New Zealand 😊

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

You're very welcome!

[@leightonclark7533]

@@MalcolmGuitespell thank you 🙏

[@ForsakenV]

I am glad that I stumbled upon your channel. It feels like a discussion and your words are a welcome perspective and truly inspiring.

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Welcome aboard!

[@yusufsayed1583]

Good Evening 😊 Awesome Video👌🏽 My Favorite Parts 👍🏼 Thanks once Again For Sharing 🤗 Have a Fantastic Day 👍🏼 Greetings From South Africa 🇿🇦

[@manny7318]

I love this channel. I feel my overall stress levels drop (I don't even realize that I am or was stressed). I can listen all evening after work.

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Happy to help!

[@kjmav10135]

I took a break from writing my sister’s eulogy to listen to this. There could be no more profound moment for me to hear this sweet conversation. The people in the stories come and go, but the story goes on..

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

I'm sorry for your loss

[@Sunwolfe]

Ah, Malcom, my friend, you are spot on. It is a blessing to encounter a kindred spirit anywhere in life but a particular joy in regards to the Legendarium and its associate myth makers (yourself included)! That passage is one of my favorites as well. Such a powerful exchange...there in the midst of the struggle, possibly represented by the stair--the search for meaning that never stops, and it's in stories that we find it. Truly. I find Frodo's observation that "people in" the great tales "come[ing] and go[ing] when their parts ended..." especially comforting. On a hard day I may be tempted to compare my life as a story to others' and find it wanting--not enough beauty, or love, or success, or whatever ingredient I erroneously believe is essential. But in truth, my life is an ingredient--the highs and the lows--to a "great tale," our tale of the kingdom now and coming in, and no one can play my particular part as I can. That's what matters...how I play my part with the "time..." I've "been given" (Ha-ha!)--the Legendarium keeps giving. As I've said before, I so look forward to your Matter of Britain. It will be just such a story. I know it! Cheers and thanks!

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

yes indeed!

[@braddonovan1786]

Marvelous. The Logos does speak the story into being. And He sustains it by the Word of his power. 👍

[@dudemonkfish4471]

The library is looking very orderly. Your channel is a treat for the soul.

[@PhilAlumb]

All the moments in TLOTR are Key.😍

[@willismeredith]

Thank you Malcolm. I really enjoyed that reading and I remember being enthralled and moved by that part as a teenager. I remember going on a walk with my mum and chatting to a man who seemed ancient at the time who said he read lotr every winter. I'm closer to his age now. All the best to you.

[@wilf9356]

Wonderful read. I just finished The Two Towers myself for the first time. This passage bought me to tears. I think it serves very nicely as it not only gives hope to the reader that there is more to come as you have said. But it somehow gives hope to Frodo and Sam! it feels like we the readers are reaching out to them! like you said, we are screaming 'you are in one, it's all right!'. Such a powerful way to connect the reader to the story and some how although impossible, vice versa!. Great video, more Tolkien please!

[@BibleVerseMusic]

God Bless you Malcolm, your content and insight is so valuable during these times and on this platform. I pray for your voice to reach the younger generations elsewhere too. 🙏🏼

[@WillBTeeVee]

Funnily enough, I was just reading this passage when I saw your video pop up on my feed. It's wonderfully done and a moment of joy and light in an incredibly dark place, vividly painted by Tolkien in this and the previous chapter. The sense of foreboding is incredible and I like how this provides such a moment of levity and pureness of spirit to contrast with the darkness they are now within. I agree completely with your analysis, although I also have to mention that the passage around the same time regarding Gollum/Smeagol's observation of the two Hobbits sleeping is perhaps one of my favourite bits. It brings an unexpected moment of touching empathy with his character that I always feel so immensely sad reading, feeling a connection that he has towards them that you know he will never recapture, now a villain, as his story tragically plays out, yet with such a key part to play in the tale as well. Such a wonderful and profound work of literature these books remain. Thank you for the reminder and for making these wonderful videos! Congratulations on your literary project as well, I am sure it will be a success :)

[@sebafountaine6608]

I've finding myself listening a lot to your readings when i'm feeling blue or low and studing with much work ahead, and it has being a real gift, as someone who grew without the privilege of books, it is truly magical. Please consider to do a chapter by chapter reading for youtube, it would be marvelous indeed.

[@williamgreen7351]

Instant subscribe. Nice to meet you, Malcolm.

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Welcome Aboard!

[@leeconstant7261]

This video was my favourite so far even more so than the story of smaug and the dragon pipe. I had a tear when you explained the story and connected it to us the viewers and readers at the end of the video in such beautiful way.

[@MrXiphoid1]

Before I even started watching your video I knew the exact passage you were referring to. Every time I read it I think it is wonderful way to view history as a whole, and what our part in it might be. An incredible piece of wisdom embedded as narrative.

[@Shyguy71588]

Thank you Malcolm. These videos are so therapeutic and wholesome.

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Glad you like them!

[@tomaria100]

Malcolm, yes, it is one of the great moments - thank you for taking us there!

[@morten_art]

This was a joy to behold, thank you Malcolm. :) As a writer of fantasy fiction, what you said means a lot to me.

[@BirdAndBrush]

Beautifully well put! I got a little emotional hearing you re-read one of my favorite parts of LOTR. Thank you for sharing.

[@jyamesLccas]

Thanks for sharing this tearjerker mate! …my ears perk up at the sound of your Arthurium being made available; where can i be learning more of this work?

[@patrickmccartney2418]

This passage is one of my favorites, and sets up what may be my favorite moment in the books. When Frodo and Sam are in the depths of Mordor, walking through the poisoned landscape, approaching Mt Doom; when it seems like death has become the only option, a small break forms in the black clouds to reveal a single star. I imagine it to be The star, the Silmaril shining through the window, a reminder to Sam that he is correct, they are within the great story, and what they do matters.

[@PhilokaliaPhotography]

Isn't that the most encouraging thought? I love that scene too.

[@Dawless1]

We're almost there almost there.... yes I'm referring to the audiobook with your commentary I'll keep reminding you until you ask me to stop... THANK YOU MALCOLM 🍻

[@BagEndPiper]

Thank you for these videos. LOTR offers what seems like endless encouragement and beauty for the soul to feast upon. I am so looking forward to your Arthurian poetic tale coming out. I trust it will have a similar essence to it as some of the wonderful works you read to us.

[@SouthAlabamaPiper]

Thank you for the reading, I could listen for hours. Thanks for sharing your time with us.

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Thanks for listening

[@Josh.G.McN.]

Happy 100,000 subscribers Mr. Guite🍻🥂👏

[@jamestregler1584]

Thanks ever so much for a respite from the world ; thanks again from old New Orleans 😎 .

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Thanks for listening

[@cthoadmin7458]

There's something of the wizard and of the hobbit in you Malcolm. I'm from the UK originally and seeing you in your wonderful study and reading from the Lord of the Rings makes me incredibly homesick.

[@MariadeRonde]

Your explanation chanches my view on reality in a very positive way, thank you!

[@justintierney2069]

Thank you for the lesson. Congrats on finding a publisher. Looking forward to reading your latest.

[@PJAlaska]

This was just excellent. I read most of Tolkien as a kid. I want to revisit his works. I came across your Channel randomly and I am happy I did! For years I have been reading Homer, Plato etc..Greek and Latin works, Classic Literature and history. But your video/channel reminded me of Tolkien and now I want to take a detour and reread the Lord of the Rings

[@tonyholder122]

Your video is encouraging and thought-provoking. Thank you so much for making it

[@holidayarmadillo8653]

What a wonderful video and creator, thanks for sharing your wise perspective

[@DisciplesHyper]

This was an incredible episode! Thanks for the great reading and chatting!

[@devonmohn4635]

A beautiful observation Malcom- so encouraging! Thank you my brother!

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Thanks for listening

[@jonahstephens2904]

I've been slowly progressing through my read of The Lord of the Rings. I just finished The Two Towers a few nights ago. I cannot even begin to articulate the effect that these last few chapters of Frodo and Sam's sufferings have had on me. I am prone to dark and hopeless thinking. But the moments of beauty and fellowship and heroism that lie within these chapters are some of the most impactful pieces of literature I have ever read in my life. Your analysis has driven this even more home. Thank you, Malcolm. I can only describe my feelings towards my future reading of The Return of the King as both great anticipation and great dread.

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

you are in for both a harrowing journey and a wonderful treat!

[@Hellyers]

Lovely treatment of the importance of story, I very much regret not reading fiction sooner... I only started in earnest last year, and it has been such a source of encouragement and inspiration. Thanks for sharing, I'm reading LOTR at the moment!

[@Gia_Mc_Fia]

I can't wait to read your book if I heard you correctly! And I love what you said about God at the end. Thanks for sharing your insights on Tolkien's thought provoking twist. You are such a joy. Smoking one with you every time! Big hugs to both of you from Oregon 🐿

[@NicholasTyrrell77]

Oh to spend but an hour in the presence of a mind so captivating. You remind me of my History teacher, ergo I love History. Thank you for your channel it allows my mind to escape and wonder.

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Grygong555]

One of the greatest moments in the trilogy

[@grokopf142]

Listening to you while I draw (poorly) and then just about to read LOTR before bed now surrounded by the wonderful mountains in Austria

[@Musrusticus-]

It is indeed superb, thank you for reading it for us.

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Thanks for listening

[@tylerjcranford]

Mr. Guite, this is such a meaningful insight. Thank you so very much. Love from San Diego. ❤🙏

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@janicefitzpatricksimmons4514]

Your videos...I just found them...are fitting in now with my need for talk.

[@Sjguitarpnw]

"Sam: Now Mr. Frodo, you shouldn't make fun; I was being serious. Frodo: So was I." One of my favorite moments in the trilogy. True friendship.

[@KeatonAnderson]

This might be my new favorite Malcolm Guite video. Great passage to highlight and how beautiful of Tolkien to “break the fourth wall” a bit and ask the audience what type of stories are the ones “that matter”, in addition to being an incredible stakes-raising moment for the characters and for the story by reinforcing the looming, eminent danger. Brilliantly conveyed, Mr. Guite! ❤. Would love more vids on Tolkien - have you ever considered doing a breakdown of the differences between the film trilogy and books and what you might have included/removed? Cheers and thanks again for this terrific and thoughtful video

[@creekandseminole]

I read the Hobbit and the trilogy while I was in high school. When I was working at my local grocery store until close at midnight I'd read the books sitting on the counter top by the register.

[@DisciplesHyper]

I am excited for your next post! I pray you are doing well and taking care to not work too hard!

[@BrianRazzano]

Thank you for the wonderful content 🎉 I am always here to watch and support. Love watching your channel grow ❤

[@Gspitaletti]

This is spectacular, thank you for sharing

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@arandomcollectionofstuff.2470]

Thank you so much for this. It is an encouragement.

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Glad it was helpful!

[@PigPigster]

These videos are lush! Love from South Wales!

[@SwedishChef1977]

I absolutely love your channel! Cheers from Sweden! ❤

[@MurrayCohenbluesandwhisky]

Greetings Malcolm from Southern Ontario Canada. I happened upon your channel and watched my first video here today. I find your approach entertaining, thoughtful and filled with an enthusiasm that wakes the spirit of youth (speaking from someone, i.e., myself who is over three score and ten years. Cheers.

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

Welcome aboard!

[@zkevzwalshz]

Malcolm Guite ,,If there was only more people in the world like you

[@jonathandeleyser1782]

Astonishing, thank you…

[@Nighttrainpiper]

Thanks!

[@MalcolmGuitespell]

many thanks for your kindness which will become tobacco for my pipe!

[@Runningwritingreading]

like visiting an old excited to read to me friend, thank you I enjoyed my visit

[@thesoultransferprotocol721]

Thank you Sir Malcolm. As a writer of sorts and an artist and musician, who has fueled my life as a chef. I have been so fortunate to experience life from so many angles and descriptive perceptions. Being 55 now, I have been able to find time to step back, and listen to the greats of modern literature in expose of the greats or our past. You Sir, have been such an inspiration to all of what I have sought over the years. I have an art piece I would like to send you. I am a great lover of coffees from around the world. I did a fun series of multimedia paintings of LOTR themed "posters" revolving around coffee. My only wish is that you will mount it in one of your studies to see daily. God Bless you Sir. I will contact you via email with the details. Be well.

[@richardsnow7299]

Thanks for sharing Reverend