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MallornLeaf · 06-17-2002, 03:31 PM

Tolkien deffinately wanted a Christain Worldview to run through the books. It was not meant to be a literal allegory of anything though, because Tolkein hated allegories. After starting the series however, tolkien went back and made sure that everything had a Godly worldview. As far as magic goes, I don't find any problem with it. the overall message of the book is:
Power easily corrupts, so don't misuse it.
and
destroying evil power is the only way to control it

I'm a Christian (I'm not ashamed of it) and I have absolutely nothing against the so-called magic in the LOTR

06-17-2002, 03:31 PM	#20
MallornLeaf Haunting Spirit Join Date: May 2002 Location: who cares? Posts: 76	Tolkien deffinately wanted a Christain Worldview to run through the books. It was not meant to be a literal allegory of anything though, because Tolkein hated allegories. After starting the series however, tolkien went back and made sure that everything had a Godly worldview. As far as magic goes, I don't find any problem with it. the overall message of the book is: Power easily corrupts, so don't misuse it. and destroying evil power is the only way to control it I'm a Christian (I'm not ashamed of it) and I have absolutely nothing against the so-called magic in the LOTR __________________ ". . . All we must decide is what to do with the time that is given us." "I pass the test, I will diminish, and go into the West, and remain Galadriel."