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The Lorehounds
Silmarillion Stories - E12 - The Sun and Moon and the Hiding of Valinor
Jan 7, 2024
Marilyn R. Pukkila, Research & Instruction Librarian Emerita at Colby College and an expert on Tolkien, joins the discussion focusing on the aftermath of the two trees' destruction and the significance of grief in healing. They delve into the weakening of Morgoth and explore complex themes like free will and divine compassion through the actions of the Valar. The conversation also touches on the duality of good and evil, with reflections on characters such as Fëanor, and the podcast engages listeners with themes of creativity and the challenges of responsibility.
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- The aftermath of the destruction of the two trees signifies a pivotal transformation, highlighting themes of hope and renewal in Tolkien's mythology.
- Exploration of Feanor’s character reveals the tension between ambition and consequence, affecting the destinies of those around him in Middle-earth.
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