Anthony Lawther
Well-Known Member
Listening to Episode 227 (trying to catch up again) Corey was interested in the difference between the stars and the Sun and Moon (and Eärendil’s star). The points raised all seemed quite cogent, but one difference that I think is significant didn’t get mentioned: The ‘fixed’ stars are the work of Varda alone and certain constellations were apparently created with particular messages intended. On the other hand, the Sun, Moon, and the Silmarils were either collaborations or derivative works of others based on the Trees which were collaborations (and plan B) and the messages being carried by these creations were somewhat less specific.
As Varda is able to hear all messages from Middle-earth when seated next to Manwë, perhaps this is another reason why Elrond’s benediction appears to focus on the stars.
As Varda is able to hear all messages from Middle-earth when seated next to Manwë, perhaps this is another reason why Elrond’s benediction appears to focus on the stars.