Stone King - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

Iarwain · 03-17-2003, 08:53 PM

I believe that the stone king in some way symbolizes the fallen rule of the kings of Gondor. When Aragorn comes to the crossroads in command of the army, it is therefore significant that they repair the head of the king and clean it of all dishonors.

I agree that it is one of the most beautiful descriptions that Tolkien provides. It almost makes one feel sorry for this fallen sculpture of a fallen kingdom in fallen times that has fallen amidst such disrespect.

Iarwain

03-17-2003, 08:53 PM	#2
Iarwain Pugnaciously Primordial Paradox Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Birnham Wood Posts: 800	I believe that the stone king in some way symbolizes the fallen rule of the kings of Gondor. When Aragorn comes to the crossroads in command of the army, it is therefore significant that they repair the head of the king and clean it of all dishonors. I agree that it is one of the most beautiful descriptions that Tolkien provides. It almost makes one feel sorry for this fallen sculpture of a fallen kingdom in fallen times that has fallen amidst such disrespect. Iarwain __________________ "And what are oaths but words we say to God?"