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Podcast: Lore of the Rings | Explore JRR Tolkien's Lord of the Rings and More | For all fans of Middle-earth
Episode: Light and Life: The Two Trees of Valinor; of Elves, Men, Dwarves, Ents, and Eagles | JRR Tolkien's The Silmarillion | 2
Description: In this episode, we’ll answer these questions:Uncover how light first came to Middle-earth through the great Lamps of the Valar and the legendary Two Trees of Valinor. Witness Melkor’s first act of rebellion against the Valar and his early assault on the world. Learn the origins of the Elves and Men, why they were created differently, and the mystery behind the Gift of Men. Discover the creation of the Dwarves by the Vala Aulë, and meet the mighty Eagles and ancient Ents — protectors of the natural world. A foundational look at the early...