You do make some good points Angry Hill Troll. I acknowledge your reply, although I do not agree with you fully. I agree that you don't have to be religios to enjoy Tolkein. It is again, They are my opinions and beliefs. I can also compare the use of magical items and spells and such to the Word of God,(the Bible) and prayer and miracles. I also agree that LotR doesn't have to be all religious and stuff. I am able to compare things from LotR to religion because I am familiar with my faith. Tom Bombadil has nothing to do with religion. Not everything in the books does. We can both agree that we are both devoted fans of Tolkein, although we don't have the same outlooks. I admit that I haven't read the Silmarillion, but when I do, It will not change my perspectives on Lord of the Rings and God. Thank you for your insight and for expressing your opinions. Just what I asked for. We can still enjoy LotR while we debate. Am I right?
Namaarie,
Aerandir Carnesir
[ February 06, 2003: Message edited by: Aerandir Carnesir ]
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