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Full-Text Articles in Religion
The Cosmic Catastrophe Of History: Patristic Angelology And Augustinian Theology Of History In Tolkien's "Long Defeat", Edmund M. Lazzari
The Cosmic Catastrophe Of History: Patristic Angelology And Augustinian Theology Of History In Tolkien's "Long Defeat", Edmund M. Lazzari
Journal of Tolkien Research
Much of the poignancy of J.R.R. Tolkien's literary universe comes from its atmosphere of tragedy. The Silmarillion and The Lord of the Rings take place in a universe where noble and heroic actions are most often small candles lit against the inexorable march of evil. This backdrop of tragedy, which Galadriel names "the long defeat," is certainly influenced by Tolkien's views of Germanic mythologies, but it also draws much from the medieval notions of evil in Patristic Angelology and St. Augustine's theology of human history. These twin understandings of evil ultimately lead to one conclusion in Tolkien: the need for …
"Saint Galadriel?: J.R.R. Tolkien As The Hagiographer Of Middle-Earth", Jane Beal Phd
"Saint Galadriel?: J.R.R. Tolkien As The Hagiographer Of Middle-Earth", Jane Beal Phd
Journal of Tolkien Research
Abstract: Galadriel is perceived in different, sometimes contradictory ways both within the world of Middle-earth and the world of Tolkien scholarship. In some ways, she is a liminal figure, on the threshold between Middle-earth and Valinor, and between secular and sacred influences from the primary world Tolkien actually lived in. One neglected context that may help readers to understand Tolkien’s characterization of Galadriel is the medieval cult of the saints.
The cult of the saints provides specific practices and beliefs that shaped how Tolkien consciously characterized Galadriel as saint-like, especially in terms of her beauty, holiness, and power. Her saintliness …
Notes: Dedication: Our Unseen Guests, N.D., O.P. Kretzmann
Notes: Dedication: Our Unseen Guests, N.D., O.P. Kretzmann
O.P. Kretzmann Collection
No abstract provided.
Lenten Meditation: The Farewell Of The Cross, N.D., O.P. Kretzmann
Lenten Meditation: The Farewell Of The Cross, N.D., O.P. Kretzmann
O.P. Kretzmann Collection
No abstract provided.
Lenten Meditation: The Finality Of The Cross, N.D., O.P. Kretzmann
Lenten Meditation: The Finality Of The Cross, N.D., O.P. Kretzmann
O.P. Kretzmann Collection
No abstract provided.
Lenten Meditation: The Memory Of The Cross, N.D., O.P. Kretzmann
Lenten Meditation: The Memory Of The Cross, N.D., O.P. Kretzmann
O.P. Kretzmann Collection
No abstract provided.
Lenten Meditation: The Way Of The Cross, N.D., O.P. Kretzmann
Lenten Meditation: The Way Of The Cross, N.D., O.P. Kretzmann
O.P. Kretzmann Collection
No abstract provided.
In Remembrance Of Me, N.D., O.P. Kretzmann
In Remembrance Of Me, N.D., O.P. Kretzmann
O.P. Kretzmann Collection
No abstract provided.
The Abiding Presence, N.D., O.P. Kretzmann
The Abiding Presence, N.D., O.P. Kretzmann
O.P. Kretzmann Collection
No abstract provided.
The Living Presence, N.D., O.P. Kretzmann
The Living Presence, N.D., O.P. Kretzmann
O.P. Kretzmann Collection
No abstract provided.
Sermon On Christian Higher Education: Proverbs 8:11, N.D., O.P. Kretzmann
Sermon On Christian Higher Education: Proverbs 8:11, N.D., O.P. Kretzmann
O.P. Kretzmann Collection
No abstract provided.
Shall We Organize?, N.D., O.P. Kretzmann
Shall We Organize?, N.D., O.P. Kretzmann
O.P. Kretzmann Collection
No abstract provided.
Luke 23:33, N.D, O.P. Kretzmann
Mark 7:33-34, 1921 - 1926, O.P. Kretzmann
Mark 7:33-34, 1921 - 1926, O.P. Kretzmann
O.P. Kretzmann Collection
No abstract provided.
Acts 4, 13, 1927 - 1930, O.P. Kretzmann
Acts 4, 13, 1927 - 1930, O.P. Kretzmann
O.P. Kretzmann Collection
No abstract provided.
Matthew 27:22, 1927 - 1930, O.P. Kretzmann
Matthew 27:22, 1927 - 1930, O.P. Kretzmann
O.P. Kretzmann Collection
No abstract provided.
The Christ Family: Matthew 12:46-50, 1927 - 1930, O.P. Kretzmann
The Christ Family: Matthew 12:46-50, 1927 - 1930, O.P. Kretzmann
O.P. Kretzmann Collection
No abstract provided.
The Christian Race: Hebrews 12:1-2a, 1927 - 1930, O.P. Kretzmann
The Christian Race: Hebrews 12:1-2a, 1927 - 1930, O.P. Kretzmann
O.P. Kretzmann Collection
No abstract provided.
The Story Of Zacchaeus: Luke 19:1-10, 1927 - 1930, O.P. Kretzmann
The Story Of Zacchaeus: Luke 19:1-10, 1927 - 1930, O.P. Kretzmann
O.P. Kretzmann Collection
No abstract provided.
The Unsearchable Riches Of Christ: Ephesians 3:8, 1927 - 1930, O.P. Kretzmann
The Unsearchable Riches Of Christ: Ephesians 3:8, 1927 - 1930, O.P. Kretzmann
O.P. Kretzmann Collection
No abstract provided.
Exodus 14:15, 1927 - 1930, O.P. Kretzmann
Exodus 14:15, 1927 - 1930, O.P. Kretzmann
O.P. Kretzmann Collection
No abstract provided.
Exodus 14:15 Copy 2, 1927 - 1930, O.P. Kretzmann
Exodus 14:15 Copy 2, 1927 - 1930, O.P. Kretzmann
O.P. Kretzmann Collection
No abstract provided.
Haggai 2:6-7, 1927 - 1930, O.P. Kretzmann
Haggai 2:6-7, 1927 - 1930, O.P. Kretzmann
O.P. Kretzmann Collection
No abstract provided.
Isaiah 26:1-2, 1927 - 1930, O.P. Kretzmann
Isaiah 26:1-2, 1927 - 1930, O.P. Kretzmann
O.P. Kretzmann Collection
No abstract provided.
Nahum 1:1, 1927 - 1930, O.P. Kretzmann
Nahum 1:1, 1927 - 1930, O.P. Kretzmann
O.P. Kretzmann Collection
No abstract provided.
Matthew 3:1-2, 1921 - 1926, O.P. Kretzmann
Matthew 3:1-2, 1921 - 1926, O.P. Kretzmann
O.P. Kretzmann Collection
No abstract provided.
Psalm 27: 1-6, 1921 - 1926, O.P. Kretzmann
Psalm 27: 1-6, 1921 - 1926, O.P. Kretzmann
O.P. Kretzmann Collection
No abstract provided.
Deuteronomy 33:27, 1921 - 1926, O.P. Kretzmann
Deuteronomy 33:27, 1921 - 1926, O.P. Kretzmann
O.P. Kretzmann Collection
No abstract provided.
Jeremiah 8:6, 1921 - 1926, O.P. Kretzmann
Jeremiah 8:6, 1921 - 1926, O.P. Kretzmann
O.P. Kretzmann Collection
No abstract provided.
Luke 18:17, 1921 - 1926, O.P. Kretzmann
Luke 18:17, 1921 - 1926, O.P. Kretzmann
O.P. Kretzmann Collection
No abstract provided.