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Gandalf: More Shepherd Than Warrior
Digging into the power and purpose of Gandalf.
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Understanding the Maia: Dissecting Angels of Middle-earth
Looking at the angelic forebeings--using Tolkien's own words--in relation to the cosmic structure of powers.
Feb 9
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Why Everyone Should Read Tolkien, Part 1
Because Tolkien made--and continues to make--the world a better place. The first five of many more to come.
Feb 1
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Places of Middle-earth #2: Isengard
The infamous fortress of Saruman changed many hands. Discussing the history and importance of a place where stewardship became domination
Jan 25
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What to Know Before Reading The Silmarillion
So you want to tackle The Silmarillion? Here's some unsolicited advice.
Jan 16
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2026: A New Year for Ringfolk
Looking back on our first full year, plans for the new one, celebrating 1,000 subscribers, and thanking YOU!
Jan 7
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Light
Light triumphing over darkness; a biblical and Tolkienian essay.
Dec 24, 2025
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The Prophecy of the King
Gandalf's advice to the hobbits about Aragorn speaks to a larger truth, one of Isaiah’s Messiah in Tolkien’s Ranger.
Nov 27, 2025
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