These are the archives from 2010-2018 for the discussion forum hosted by the UNM Hobbit Society at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, NM, USA. The purpose of our group is to meet and associate with others interested in Tolkien, and to learn more about the author, his written works, and his sources through discussion, guest lectures and academically oriented activities. This blog is intended to expand discussion among UNM Hobbit Society members beyond what meeting times allow.
Sunday, April 17, 2011
Family
Family lineage is emphasized in LOTR but so is individuality. Although lineage is important part, the individual's choices that are not governed by lineage are also important. Aragorn would be such an example. A reason Tolkien played with that idea may have been because during medieval times kings claimed divine right to the throne by divine lineage.
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