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Bilbo Baggins' Internal Conflict: A Rhetorical Analysis

In Chapter 5 of "The Hobbit," Bilbo faces a profound internal conflict as he considers killing Gollum. The moment encapsulates a sudden rush of compassion amidst horror: "A sudden understanding...a glimpse of endless unmarked days." This pivotal scene prompts readers to reflect on their own experiences of empathy, even towards those we usually dislike. Is it accurate that "to know all is to forgive all"? Exploring this theme reveals the complexities of human nature and the obstacles that prevent us from seeing the deeper struggles of others, akin to "hard stone, cold fish."

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Bilbo Baggins' Internal Conflict: A Rhetorical Analysis

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  1. Hobbit Rhetorical Analysis #1 • Bilbo's Internal Conflict. A pivotal moment occurs in Chapter 5, when our hero is about to stab Gollum to death. "A sudden understanding, a pity mixed with horror, welled up in Bilbo’s heart: a glimpse of endless unmarked days without light or hope of betterment, hard stone, cold fish" (page 80). Have you ever experienced a flash of sympathy for someone that you normally found annoying? Is it true that "To know all is to forgive all"? What keeps us from seeing the "hard stone, cold fish" that is the true nature of so many people? • Answer the prompt by using truth from the text to back up your opinions and ideas.

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