A Mythology of Hope – The Lord of the Rings (part 2)

Start your 30 DAY FREE TRIAL now at With the support of Creative Europe – MEDIA Programme of the European Union. Support this channel: Leave a One-Time Donation: Follow me on Facebook: Or Twitter: An extensive exploration into the deeper meanings of The Lord of the Rings. This second and final part examines the presence and purpose of higher forces in Middle-earth, and the essential role of hope in Tolkien’s mythology. Part 1: Sources: Matthew Dickerson – Following Gandalf: Epic Battles and Moral Victory in The Lord of the Rings: Bradley Birzer – . Tolkien’s Sanctifying Myth: Understanding Middle-earth: Peter Kreeft – The Philosophy of Tolkien: The Worldview Behind The Lord o