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***Mithadan*** · 01-20-2020, 09:17 AM

Mindil, a thoughtful first post, very fitting within the theme of this thread.

I would doubt that Tolkien was the Aelfwine from Lost Tales or his other writings. But to the extent that Aelfwine translates to "Elf Friend" in modern English, it would be fitting to call Tolkien an AELFWINE.

Welcome to the Downs! I note that you joined in 2017. Three years is a long time to wait before your first post!

01-20-2020, 09:17 AM	#16
*Mithadan* Spirit of Mist Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Tol Eressea Posts: 3,314	Mindil, a thoughtful first post, very fitting within the theme of this thread. I would doubt that Tolkien was the Aelfwine from Lost Tales or his other writings. But to the extent that Aelfwine translates to "Elf Friend" in modern English, it would be fitting to call Tolkien an AELFWINE. Welcome to the Downs! I note that you joined in 2017. Three years is a long time to wait before your first post! __________________ Beleriand, Beleriand, the borders of the Elven-land.