For the Love of Galadriel (Middle-earth’s Ultimate Muse?)

[Estelyn Telcontar]

In my introductory post, I mentioned that I didn't remember what would be considered the second fall of Galadriel. I've just read Michael Martinez' article on Celeborn; he says something that throws a bit of light onto that question:

...the Rings of Power were originally a second act of Elvish rebellion.

That's not a major point in this topic, but an interesting aspect.


I've enjoyed reading the various thoughts you've all shared! As to the uses of the terms "muse" and "love(r)", it seems to me that Bêthberry found the right quote by another Oxford professor:

Originally Posted by Humpty Dumpty

`When I use a word,' Humpty Dumpty said, in rather a scornful tone, `it means just what I choose it to mean -- neither more nor less.'