1. Brent King says:

    I agree with you wholeheartedly Zachary!

    And I would add another reason too. We can also relate to Sam because he is not without flaws. His response to Gollum, though totally understandable, was less than stellar. Though done with the admirable intent of protecting Frodo, Sam’s harsh and cutting treatment of Sméagol prevented his redemption.

    Sméagol came so close to repentance and salvation…but for Sam. Yet I think that this makes him much easier for us to relate to. For all of his amazing qualities, he wasn’t perfect…

What do you think?