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Originally Posted by Bęthberry
Frankly, I think the Silmarils had a similar effect to the Ring in creating desire in the beholder. And that covetousness sounds very much more Eruvian than feline or even canine. That sub-creative desire to make a totally-controlled creation which is completely irresistable. I think that 'take me, have me, surrender to me' is much closer to someone who insists upon having all the music all his way than any animal could possibly suggest.  |
I understand the comparison of the Ring to the Silmarils in regards to desire, yet never did it seem that the jewels
made something happen, or took some action on their own. Hate to say it, but the Silmarils were more bovine as they seemed happy just sitting around chewing their cud, whether in Fëanor hands, Morgoth's crown, the sky, sea and earth.