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Silmarillion Stories - E03 - The Beginning of Days

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Illuminating Arda: Light and Darkness

This chapter explores the intricate world-building of Tolkien's mythos, focusing on the character of Tolkis and his significance before the creation of the Two Trees. It discusses the collaborative efforts of the Valar in creating light through lamps, contrasting this with the looming threat posed by Melkor and his dark machinations. The narrative emphasizes the balance of creation and destruction, highlighting the chaos wrought by Melkor while also foreshadowing future conflicts in Middle-earth.

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