John Ronald Reuel (J.R.R.) Tolkien

Categories: Four Great Christian Writers of the 20th Century

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John Ronald Reuel (J.R.R.) Tolkien
Pearce emphasizes J.R.R. Tolkien's claim that "The Lord of the Rings" is inherently Catholic while highlighting the work's essentially religious and Catholic components. Even though the story predates Christianity, it incorporates Catholic ideas through character arcs and symbolism, especially in Frodo and Bilbo Baggins' transformational journeys, which are modeled after Christian qualities. Christ figures include Aragorn and Gandalf, while Samwise Gamgee, with his humility and dedication, epitomizes the ideal disciple. Furthermore, Frodo and Sam's interactions with Gollum highlight the themes of sympathy, forgiveness, and divine intervention, emphasizing the value of grace and criticizing the misuse of technology, symbolized by the Palantir stones.

Tolkien’s Philosophy of Myth

57:51
The Hobbit

54:15
The Lord of the Rings

56:06

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