We have come from God, and inevitably the myths woven by us, though they contain error, will also reflect a splintered fragment of the true light, th… - J. R. R. Tolkien

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We have come from God, and inevitably the myths woven by us, though they contain error, will also reflect a splintered fragment of the true light, the eternal truth that is with God. Indeed only by myth-making, only by becoming 'sub-creator' and inventing stories, can Man aspire to the state of perfection that he knew before the Fall. Our myths may be misguided, but they steer however shakily towards the true harbour, while materialistic 'progress' leads only to a yawning abyss and the Iron Crown of the power of evil.

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About J. R. R. Tolkien

John Ronald Reuel Tolkien (January 3 1892 – September 2 1973) was an English writer, poet, philologist, and university professor, most famous for his classic high fantasy works.

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Pen Names: Oxymore
Native Name: John Ronald Reuel Tolkien
Alternative Names: J-R-R Tolkien Tolkien John Tolkien J.R.R Tolkien J.R.R. Tolkien John R. R. Tolkien

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