Why Did The Valar Choose Saruman Over Gandalf? | Lord of The Rings Lore

In this video, we embark on a journey through Middle-earth’s history to discover why Gandalf, the most beloved of the Wizards, was never considered as their chief. Dive into Tolkien’s lore as we compare Gandalf’s quiet humility with Saruman’s commanding intellect, and find out how the Valar’s vision shaped the destiny of both wizards. We explore the lessons of Morgoth’s wars, Númenor’s downfall, and the subtle influences that guided Gandalf’s gentler approach, ultimately revealing how his overlooked virtues became the key to saving Middle-earth. If you enjoy deep dives into Tolkien’s legendarium, The Lord of the Rings character analysis, or lore from The Silmarillion and beyond, make sure to like, subscribe, and comment on what you’d like to see next. Thank you for watching! #lordoftherings #middleearth #tolkien The music used in the background of this video is 'Permafrost' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au 00:00 Intro 01:01 The Valar's Choice 01:58 Saruman's Selection and Ambition 03:26 Gandalf's Hidden Strength 04:10 Lessons from Valinor and the Valar 04:46 Saruman's Ego and Rivalry with Gandalf 05:19 How Gandalf Changed the Fate of Middle Earth