02-06-2002, 03:03 PM | #1 |
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is Galadriel the architect of the rings demise
Re-reading Towers yet again one thought struck me. Is Galadriel the architect of the demise of the ring?
At the end of the Passage of the Marshes Frodo awakes from a deep sleep. 'Strangely enough, Frodo felt refreshed. He had been dreaming. The dark shadow had passed, and a fair vision had visited him in this land of disease. Nothing remained of it in his memory, yet because of it he felt glad and lighter of heart.' Could this have been a visitation by the fair lady of the wood? One of the effects of receiving the lady was that she lightened your burden after all, Aragorn especially benefited this way. The effect of this vision is profound. A few pages later Frodo is much changed. Frodo is now fully the master of Gollum and reminding him of his 'promise' he says: 'If I wearing (the ring) were to command you you would obey, even if it were to leap from a precipice or to cast yourself into the fire. And such would be my command.' Surely these words are both specific and prophetic. Does Frodo now know the outcome of the quest and is this because of the vision. Was the vision a replay of theat in the mirror? Is Galadriel therefore the power behind the quest? Is she the light that Sam sees and loves so much? Could it be a kind of inner phial such as the physical gift? Rereading again these little inklings come up, does anyone else see any of this or nay? If so I wants me some of that grace of the lady boy o boy. |
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If I think I understand what you are saying is that Galadriel who had seen the Light of the Two Trees, was operating in the "spiritual realm" to forward the quest. There is something going on beyond mere forshadowing.
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Good points, coolisimo. I'm gonna stew on this some more.
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02-06-2002, 04:02 PM | #3 |
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stew as well as a coney Pailan....
Stewing again myself I see that in Farewell to Lothlorien G gives F the phial and says.... ' It will shine still brighter when night is about you. May it be a light to you in dark places, when all other lights go out Remember Galadriel and her mirror.' Then we get the passage in the marshes where Frodo has a memorial dream/vision in just about the darkest corner of ME. This is a point of dramatic change in the story and in F. It comes after the dream and the dream seems to refer to the gifts of G. I like your points about the spiritual vortex of Lothlorien in ME, maybe the gifts have a spiritual corollary. Hmmmm, hoooooooooom, not too hasty. |
02-06-2002, 04:48 PM | #4 |
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Could it be that the "Spiritual Vortex of Lothlorien" in ME is not due so much to Galadriel herself,but rather to the Elven Ring she possesses herself.
Each of the three seems to have had a specific role to play in the tale. As i see it, Elronds promoted strength and wisdom, Galadriels Ring was more of a spiritual fortifier,renewing those who opposed Sauron spiritually and bodily, Gandalfs seems to be one of inspiration,of being able to fire "mens" hearts. If this is roughly correct,them your premise seems ok too.By giving Frodo his ''Glass" she was probably able to extend her "'ringpower" to him remotely,as opposed to normal when a visit to Lothlorien would be needed. As to the One Ring itself,remember it carried withit somewhat of Saurons will,and the nearer to Mordor it went ,the stronger this malice probably became.Even though he wasnt wearing it ,the "Burden"' of the ring grew on him daily ,so who knows what mental effects that would have? Imagine having the will and malice of Sauron seeping gradually into your mind day after day.I'm sure a little would rub off gradually bit by bit ,and maybe this caused some of the changes we see in Frodo. If anything i would have thought the Lady's influence to be one of purifying,whereas your quote seems much more like something Sauron might say. Still,excellent theme for discussion. |
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This would seem to me to prove that she could have been some kind of spiritual guide or inspiration for the Fellowship, but not the "architect" of the quest. With the power of the Elves fading, Men have to do it for themselves. She can advise and comfort them, but not physically help. So is sending dreams physical or spiritual help?
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02-08-2002, 10:12 AM | #6 |
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I think that Sam is the brains behind the whole operation
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02-08-2002, 04:22 PM | #7 |
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I TOTALLY agree with Legolas_Bowking
Sam is a genious. If you think I'm wrong you better check out the "Is Sam kinda dim?" thread. Sam is AWESOME! |
02-08-2002, 06:04 PM | #8 |
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Why in Middle-Earth would the dream have come from Galadriel? Was Frodo's dream in the House of Bombadil from her as well, did this funky elf queen have the final say so on inspirational dreams? Why couldn't it have come from Gandalf, as a Maia more powerful than any elf. Or Manwe, or even Eru, do you think they didnt have any stake it this?
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02-08-2002, 10:39 PM | #9 |
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I agree with the "spiritual vortex" theory. Part of that has to be Lothlorien itself, though...just remembering such a beautiful, powerful place, would serve to refresh Frodo and Sam.
As for Galadriel sending dreams, I believe it is possible, as she is one of the most powerful being in Middle Earth during the third age. Maybe Eru and Manwe "inspired" Galadriel's actions...to see if she was loyal to them or not.
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02-10-2002, 12:53 AM | #10 |
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Galadriel is just an Elf. A very ancient elf from valinor. The power and the comfort he recieves is from Varda also known as Elbereth. Hence, A Elbereth Githoniel, or O Elbereth Star-Weaver. He seems to say this whenever he is in extreme situations. (Flight to the ford , Shelob's Lair....). In the silmarillion it says that Elbereth sits on Talequentil and hears the people of middle-earth.
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02-10-2002, 01:22 AM | #11 |
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Wow...I never even thought of that!!! Nice to know I pay attention..
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