One of the only people who has been tested in nearly all respects is Felagund. He fought bravely against many and had great skill in weapons. He was a great leader; he kept his city safe from all attack for a long time. He also had great power, since he managed to wrestle for a long time with Sauron in thought and song, and even in a seeming defeat he managed to conceal him and his friend's identities. Basically he was all round powerful. But does this make him more powerful that Lúthien? She couldn’t fight (or did not), but if Felagund won a half victory with Sauron in a long battle, Lúthien won unconditionally against Morgoth and all of his armies. And maybe Ecthelion couldn’t beat anyone in the somewhat magically elfin prowess, but he sure as hell could cut the head of pretty much anyone. I think the best way of putting it is that different people have power in different ways. Would you say bravely was a form of power? How about love?
__________________
Utúlie'n aurë! Aiya Eldalië ar Atanatári, utúlie'n aurë! The day has come! Behold people of the Eldar and Fathers of Men, the day has come!
|