The Prancing Pony Podcast

005 - The Music of the Ainur

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Mar 13, 2016
Alan and Shawn discuss the creation of the universe, Ilúvatar's playlist, Melkor's rebellion, the concept of free will, and the significance of the Ainur and the children of Illuvitar in Tolkien's writings.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
The Nature and Structure of 'The Silmarillion'
02:01 • 10min
3
The Concept of Free Will and its Importance in the Ainur
11:42 • 19min
4
Exploring the Concept of Free Will and the Actions of Melchor
31:09 • 2min
5
Themes and Rebellion
32:47 • 14min
6
Melkor's Response to Wrongdoing and the Opportunity for Redemption
46:33 • 2min
7
The Theme of Truth and the Arrival of Hobbits
48:40 • 2min
8
Exploring a Challenging Passage on the Habitation of the Children of Louvitar
50:34 • 2min
9
The Majesty of Creation and the Power of the Ainur
52:11 • 15min
10
The Contrast Between Alles and Melkor
01:07:21 • 9min
11
The Nature and Power of the Myar
01:16:15 • 14min