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The Silmarillion
Book • 1977
The Silmarillion is a comprehensive narrative that details the creation of Tolkien's universe, Eä, and the history of the First Age. It includes the legend of the Silmarils, jewels crafted by Fëanor that contain the essence of the Two Trees of Valinor.
The book covers the creation of the world, the history of the Elves and Men, the wars against Morgoth, and the legendary love story of Beren and Lúthien.
Edited and published posthumously by Christopher Tolkien with the assistance of Guy Gavriel Kay, it is a foundational work that underpins the stories of 'The Hobbit' and 'The Lord of the Rings'.
The book covers the creation of the world, the history of the Elves and Men, the wars against Morgoth, and the legendary love story of Beren and Lúthien.
Edited and published posthumously by Christopher Tolkien with the assistance of Guy Gavriel Kay, it is a foundational work that underpins the stories of 'The Hobbit' and 'The Lord of the Rings'.
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Mentioned in 28 episodes
Mentioned in relation to the character Feanor and the themes of fire and ambition in "The Silmarillion."

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This Episode is FIRE
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in reference to Tolkien's description of the first light that reaches Earth as starlight.

Joshua Michael Schrei

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(Why Mindfulness Isn't Enough)
Mentioned as a book with distinct voices for over 130 characters.

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The Two Towers \\ The Lord of the Rings
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as peripheral material inspiring his middle grade fantasy book's setting.

Dan Wells

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20.29: Authorial Intent
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when discussing the use of the music metaphor in literature.

Angelina Stanford

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Episode 261: “Much Ado About Nothing” by William Shakespeare, Acts 1 & 2
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when discussing Tolkien's works.


Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick

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001 - The Fellowship of the Steve (or, The Eagles Are Coming!)
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as the editor of *The Silmarillion*, Tolkien's unfinished work.

John Garth

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How WW1 Inspired The Lord of The Rings
Mentioned by Dan when referencing Valar Ventures, noting the connection to Tolkien's work.

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#1045: June 5, 2025
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, who states that Tolkien did a pretty good job of grokking this concept.

Jake Kobrin

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Entities, UFOs, and the Occult | Jake Kobrin | Mind Meld 439
Mentioned as background for the Silmaril gems and the namesake for the book.

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The Return Of The King \\ The Lord Of The Rings
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when talking about publishing another book.

Andrew

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Ep 134 - LOTR: The Fellowship of the Ring, by J.R.R. Tolkien
Mentioned as a work that Tolkien is best known for, to a lesser degree than The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings.

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Ep 131 - The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien
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while comparing Rings of Power to other fantasy series.

David French

French Friday: "Nerdfest 2024"
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while discussing the design and character of villains in film adaptations.


Brandon Sanderson

What Makes a Good Villain? — Intentionally Blank Ep. 166
Mentioned as the book the hosts will be reading for the new show-within-a-show about Middle-Earth.

The Sillymarillion Episode 0 - J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Silmarillion, an Introduction
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Fuller as a work that explores the themes of home and community.

Tripp

Norman Wirzba: Theologies of Hope in a Time of Crisis
Mentioned in relation to a quote about water and the music of creation.

The Many Voices of Water, Part 1: Oceans of Melancholy and Bliss
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som son till J.R.R. Tolkien och förvaltare av hans litterära arv, som stoppade Åke Ohlmarks från att översätta fler av hans verk.


Märta Myrstener

Mannen som kidnappade Sagan om ringen
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en una comparación con la música de los Ainur.


Santiago Armesilla

197. Mi experiencia en la cumbre de BRICS y noticias en vivo con Santiago Armesilla.
Mentioned by Manning in a discussion about allegorical interpretations of biblical themes and the parallels between Tolkien's work and the biblical narrative.

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