Without the works of Tolkien, would you remain unchanged? - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

goldwine · 03-18-2002, 09:10 PM

Hmmmn back to the fate topic! Was the book placed in our hands by some force to influence us!! As others have said.. many things in our lives give us opportunities to expand our horizons.. all the way to ME! LOTR in particular because of is heroic theme has influenced many in a variety of ways. I have heard quotes that Tolkien's works have encouraged them to seek God, to be braver in everyday life, to be more involved in environmental concerns etc. Sometimes all we need is a catalyst.

03-18-2002, 09:10 PM	#10
goldwine Haunting Spirit Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: South Australia Posts: 64	Hmmmn back to the fate topic! Was the book placed in our hands by some force to influence us!! As others have said.. many things in our lives give us opportunities to expand our horizons.. all the way to ME! LOTR in particular because of is heroic theme has influenced many in a variety of ways. I have heard quotes that Tolkien's works have encouraged them to seek God, to be braver in everyday life, to be more involved in environmental concerns etc. Sometimes all we need is a catalyst. __________________ 2A Balrog. A demon from the underpants (Gandalf)