Exploring the Absence of Love and Evil in 'Lord of the Rings'

The chapter delves into the orcs in Lord of the Rings, focusing on their lack of love and eros, representing beings devoid of individuality and connection to nature. The discussion analyzes the themes of evil, power, and intimacy through characters like Saruman and Sauron, highlighting the concept of corrupted leadership and the intertwining of power and alienation. It also explores the symbolism of the ring as a representation of pure power and the implications of Sauron's choice to invest his energy into it.

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Was Lord of the Rings just a story or was it a prophesy? What does it have to tell us about our current time and the struggles we face?

What is the meaning of the two towers, and the ring of power?

I sit down with master teacher and religious scholar Dr. Marc Gafni to decode the hidden meaning in this timeless tale.

Check out more of Dr. Marc Gafni’s work at ⁠⁠https://www.marcgafni.com/⁠⁠.

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