There are many powers in this world, for good or for evil. Some are greater than I am. And against some I have not yet been tested.
There is only one Lord of the Ring. Only one who can bend it to his will. And he does not share power.[to Saruman]
There are many magic rings in this world, Bilbo Baggins, and none of them should be used lightly.
The world is changed. I feel it in the water. I feel it in the earth. I smell it in the air. Much that once was is lost, for none now live who remember it.
One ill turn deserves another.
I would rather share one lifetime with you… than face all the Ages of this world alone.[to Aragorn]
I will take it. I will take it. I will take the Ring to Mordor. Though… I do not know the way.[to Frodo]
I know what I must do. It’s just… I’m afraid to do it.
All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us.
You cannot pass! I am a servant of the Secret Fire, wielder of the flame of Anor. The dark fire will not avail you, flame of Udûn! Go back to the Shadow. You shall not pass![to Balrog]
You cannot hide. I see you. There is no life in the void. Only death.[to Frodo]
Tell me, friend, when did Saruman the Wise abandon reason for madness?