Melkor is Released from Prison! But Tulkas Gets Ready to Fight (pages 65-66) — Episode 17

Melkor’s sentence comes to an end. He appeals for freedom, vowing to assist the Valinor in repairing the hurts he caused. Melkor wins the trust of the Noldor and shares “hidden knowledge”. Feänor and Melkor become enemies.

Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien.

00:55 Cameron reads pages 65-66 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition

5:50 Recap

6:33 Discussion

"Then he looked upon their glory and their bliss, and envy was in his heart; he looked upon the Children of Ilúvatar that sat at the feet of the Mighty, and hatred filled him; he looked upon the wealth of bright gems, and he lusted for them; but he hid his thoughts, and postponed his vengeance."

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