[Varda]

I would be one of the few not to see Sam as the greatest hero. That's not to knock what he does represent. He is the embodiment of prudence, temperance, fortitude and justice. There is no doubt that Sam was Frodo's great and faithful servant but the human virtues of Sam do not surpass the faith, hope and love of Frodo.

[The Shootist]

Frodo failed in his quest. Sam did not.