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Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekThe End of All Things — FINALE — Ep 76This is the END. After falling into the abyss in Númenor, Sauron returned to his kingdom in Mordor and makes war upon Men and Elves. A new perspective into the Lord of the Rings story.Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien.05:53 Dan reads pages 297-304 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition31:00 Summary33:25 DiscussionWatch this Episode on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Send feedback to beforethefellowship@gmail.comFollow us as we follow Tolkien:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...
2025-05-231h 20Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekSauron establishes his kingdom in Mordor — Ep 75After falling into the abyss in Númenor, Sauron re-establishes his kingdom in Mordor and makes war upon Men and Elves. Sauron takes Minas Ithil. Isildur flees in search of Elendil. Anárion fights back Sauron, but recognizes that a greater force is needed. The Last Alliance is formed, and war is waged against Sauron. Anárion is slain, but the assault comes all the way to the tower of Barad-dûr, where it is sieged for seven years. Sauron comes forth and kills Gil-galad and Elendil, but Isildur cuts the Ruling Ring from Sauron’s hand, and he is van...
2024-09-1842 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekThe Origin of the Ringwraiths — Ep 74Sauron continues war with the Elves. Eregion is laid waste, and Celebrimbor is slain. Elrond establishes Rivendell. Sauron successfully collects the other Rings of Power and gives seven to the Dwarves and nine to Men. Dwarves prove hard to tame, but the influence of the Rings leads them to seek great wealth, often to their demise. Men prove easier to rule. The Nine Kings grow in might and power, but ultimately succumb to the power of the One Ring and are made Ringwraiths, Sauron’s most powerful servants. 01:23 Greg reads pages 288-292 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition...
2024-09-1137 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekForging the Rings of Power — Ep 73After Morgoth is defeated and captured, Sauron repents of his deeds, but upon facing a sentence from Manwë flees into Middle-earth and returns to his evil ways. After the War of Wrath, Beleriand is destroyed and swallowed by the sea up to Ered Luin. Gil-galad rules Lindon by the Gulf of Lhûn just east of Ered Luin. Teleri elves from Doriath and Ossiriand move inland and dwell among Silvan Elves. The remaining Noldor dwell in Eregion near Khazad-dûm and prosper in friendship with the Dwarves. Sauron seeks to gain influence over the Noldori Elves. He wins them ove...
2024-09-0434 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekThe World is Broken — Ep 72Ar-Pharazôn at last reaches the shores of Aman. Eru Ilúvatar himself shows his power and changes the world. A great chasm forms between Aman and Middle-earth, and all of Númenor along with her fleets are swallowed up on it. Ar-Pharazôn and his men are buried beneath falling hills. Amandil and his sons escape the cataclysm and establish kingdoms on Middle-earth. Sauron falls into the abyss, but not being mortal flesh, his spirit returns to Mordor, and he takes up his One Ring, now unable to take a form fair to men. The entire earth is chan...
2024-08-2840 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekAr-Pharazón Makes War on the Valar — Ep 71As Ar-Pharazôn ages, Sauron urges him to make war on the Valar and claim the “land of the deathless”. Amandil decides to sail into the west like Eärendil his forefather and seek the pardon of the Valar. He counsels Elendil to take any remaining faithful men and flee from Númenor before the outbreak of war. These men take with them their families and heirlooms, namely the Seven Stones and the sapling from the fruit of Nimloth the White Tree. A great eagle-shaped cloud comes out of the West. Ar-Pharazôn boards his great ship, Alcarondas, Castle of the S...
2024-08-2144 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekSauron creates a cult — Ep 70Sauron becomes an esteemed counselor to the kings of Númenor. He stirs their greed and bids them seek untold riches in the far reaches of the world, including the Ancient Darkness beyond the Edge of the World where dwells Melkor. Ar-Pharazón and the Númenoreans begin worshiping the darkness. Amandil and his son Elendil are part of the Faithful and close to Ar-Pharazón. Amandil is hated by Sauron and is dismissed from the council. Sauron urges Ar-Pharazón to cut down the White Tree, but he will not for fear of the prophecy of Tar-Palantir. Suspecting that...
2024-07-3143 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekAr-Pharazón Confronts Sauron — Ep 69Sauron has risen to power, establishing himself in the land of Mordor and seeking to rule as a king over all kings and a god unto Men. In the time that the One Ring was forged, Tar-Minastir and the Númenoreans allied themselves with the Eldar and fought against Mordor. Shadow continues to spread in Númenor as kings begin to forsake friendship with the Elves. Ar-Pharazón the Golden becomes the King of Númenor. He is angered by Sauron’s growing power and marches into Middle-Earth to confront Sauron. 01:15 Cameron reads pages 267-271 from the Silmar...
2024-07-2434 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekNúmenorians Envy the Hidden Realm — Ep 68The men of Númenor begin to question the Ban that prevents them from sailing into the West. When Manwë hears of this, he sends messengers who explain that death is not a punishment but rather a gift from Ilúvatar. King Tar-Atanamir is displeased with the counsel of the Messengers. Under the rule of Tar-Atanamir’s son, Tar Ancalimon, two factions of men develop. 01:39 Greg reads pages 263-267 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 14:53 Summary 16:13 Discussion "For it is not the land of Manwë that makes its people deathless, but the Deathless that d...
2024-07-1739 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekThe Discovery of Númenor — Ep 67Following the War of Wrath, many Elves from Beleriand come to dwell on the Isle of Eressëa. Ossë and Aüle build a land for men between the Hither Lands and Valinor: Númenor, Westernesse. The Dúnedain are a tall and strong people who live long lives and know not sickness. Their chief city is called Andúnië, and they are ruled for 400 years by Elros, son of Eärendil who chooses the fate of men. The Dúnedain become mighty in craft, especially sea-craft. The Valar forbid them from sailing so far westward that they can no longer...
2024-07-1133 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekHere Ends the SILMARILLION! — Ep 66The hosts of the West meet Morgoth in battle. Although his power had grown immensely, The Valar destroy nearly all the Balrogs and Orcs. Men join the Valar in the fight, but others side with Morgoth. Driven to the end, Morgoth unleashes winged dragons that had not before been seen. Eärendil arrives in his ship with all the great birds of heaven, and they win victory against the dragons. Morgoth is again chained by Angainor, and his iron crown is turned into a collar, and the Eönwë takes and guards the two remaining Silmarils. The continent is bad...
2024-07-0342 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekThe Fate of the Last Silmaril — Ep 65The Valar discuss Eärendil’s fate, and Manwë decrees that Eärendil, Elwing, and their sons will decide to join their fate to Men or Elves. Eärendil and Elwing choose the fate of the Elves. Vingilot, Eärendil’s ship, is hallowed, and Eärendil is able to sail through the heavens and beyond the confines of the world. Meanwhile the hosts of the Valar, along with the Vanyar, the Noldor under Finarfin, and the Teleri prepare to wage war on Morgoth. 01:48 Greg reads pages 249-251 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 10:21 Summary 11:4...
2024-06-2631 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekEärendil Seeks the Forbidden City — Ep 64Two merging desires grow in Eärendil’s heart: to find his parents across the sea and to reach Valinor and plead with the Valar for their intervention in the woes of Elves and Men. The remaining sons of Fëanor learn that Elwing possesses the Silmaril at the mouths of Sirion and attack the remnants of Gondolin and Doriath. Amrod and Amras are slain, leaving only Maedhros and Maglor. Elrond and Elros are taken captive, and Elwing casts herself into the sea with the Silmaril. 02:11 Dan reads pages 246-249 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 15:00 Summ...
2024-06-1946 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekDragons, Gothmog, and the Fall of Gondolin — Ep 63Morgoth sets his will on Gondolin. Maeglin wanders beyond the Encircling Mountains and is captured by Orcs and taken to Angband. He reveals the location of Gondolin to Morgoth and is sent back. On the day of a great feast, Morgoth attacks with his Balrogs and Orcs and dragons and wolves. Ecthelion faces Gothmog. 01:47 Cameron reads pages 241-245 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 15:09 Summary 16:48 Discussion "The oath of Fëanor perhaps even Manwë could not loose, until it found its end, and the sons of Fëanor relinquished the Silmarils, upon wit...
2024-06-1248 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekUlmo Sends Tuor on a Quest — Ep 62Tuor, son of Huor, is moved by Ulmo to depart the land of his fathers. He travels westward to the sea and discovers arms left by Turgon in Vinyamar. Ulmo appears to him, urges him to seek the hidden kingdom of Gondolin, and gives him a great cloak. Tuor meets an elf, Voronwë, who is the last survivor of the ships that Turgon sent into the west, and after hearing Tuor’s story leads him to the door of Gondolin. 02:20 Dan reads pages 238-241 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 14:39 Summary 16:08 Dis...
2023-12-1237 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekWe're giving away 2 awesome books!Enter to win a copy of the Silmarillion or a leatherbound Encyclopedia of Arda! To enter, join our discord server by 5pm CST December 5th. At that time we'll randomly select 2 members to receive a free book!
2023-11-2901 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekThe Oath of Fëanor Awakens — Ep 61With Thingol’s death, Melian’s power is withdrawn from the forests. She sends word to Beren and Lúthien before returning to Valinor, to the gardens of Lórien, to mourn. The host of Dwarves arrives and plunders Menegroth. Mablung is killed, and the Simlaril is taken. 01:52 Greg reads pages 233-237 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 13:50 Summary 15:37 Discussion "A Silmaril of Fëanor burns again in the woods of Doriath'; and the oath of the sons of Fëanor was waked again from sleep." ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch this Episode on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
2023-11-2238 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekCan King Thingol resist the Silmaril? — Ep 60Húrin encounters Mîm in Nargothrond and slays him. As he journeys eastward, he is taken to King Thingol. He casts the Nauglamír, Necklace of Dwarves at Thingol’s feet and berates him for the loss of his wife and children. Melian attempts to reason with him, assuring him that Túrin, Morwen, and Nienor were welcomed with honor in Doriath. Due to the power of the Girdle of Melian, Húrin at last sees how Morgoth twisted the truth. 01:09 Cameron reads pages 230-233 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 13:57 Summary 15:22 Discussion "...
2023-11-1642 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekMorgoth sets Húrin free! Why? — Ep 59Morgoth releases Húrin, but he is rejected in his home of Hithlum. Thoronodor spots him from afar and reports his findings to Turgon, who decides to welcome Húrin into Gondolin. When they seek him out, he is already gone, but not before revealing something to Morgoth. 01:36 Greg reads pages 227-230 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 12:51 Summary 13:40 Discussion "Unhappy was the lot of Húrin; for all that Morgoth knew of the working of his malice Húrin knew also, but lies were mingled with the truth, and...
2023-11-1640 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekTolkien's Obsession with DeathDan and Greg dive deep into the theme of death in Tokien's works. Send feedback to beforethefellowship@gmail.com Follow us as we follow Tolkien: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TWITTER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DISCORD⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Rings of Power comes to Amazon, but nothing compares to the real story JRR Tolkien wrote. Is the Silmarillion his masterpiece? The Silmarillion is a book everyone should read, but it can be intimidating. Go on a journey with us. Witness the creation of Tolkien's universe, meet the villain that's bigger and badder than Sauron, and hear a love story that will leave you in tears. We are not experts, we're just fans like you. And we're having a blast going through this masterpiece of fiction, 15 minutes at a time. Grab a cup of tea or your favorite scotch (or your steer
2023-11-0943 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekTúrin loses everything — Ep 58Níniel finds Túrin and the wounded dragon and desperately tries to stir Túrin awake. As Glaurung dies, his spell on her is broken and she remembers her life. She bids farewell to Túrin, whom she now knows to be her brother, and casts herself into the waters. Brandir returns to the people and tells them what has happened. As he is speaking, Túrin appears. 01:21 Dan reads pages 222-226 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 14:31 Summary 15:43 Discussion "Farewell, O twice beloved! Master of doom by doom...
2023-11-0141 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekTurambar marries Níniel (!) — Ep 57Nienor is healed of her sickness but does not remember her past. Túrin Turambar proposes marriage to her, and after some hesitation, they marry. Orcs begin to spread throughout the land, and Turambar once again wields the black sword. Glaurung hears word of the sword and comes to Brethil. Turambar and two companions set out to face Glaurung. Nienor (Níenel) takes a sword and follows them. 00:53 Cameron reads pages 219-222 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 10:44 Summary 11:48 Discussion "Then Turambar asked for companions willing to aid him in his peril; an...
2023-10-2532 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekGlaurung casts a dreadful spell on Nienor — Ep 56Túrin returns to his home in Dor-lomin but his mother and sister are gone. Realizing he has been deceived and in a fit of blind rage, he kills Brodda and the Easterlings. He returns to the wilderness and he takes the name Turambar, meaning Master of Doom. Morwen rides into the wilderness seeking Túrin, and Mablung and his men follow to protect her and bring her back. Glaurung ambushes Mablung’s men. Morwen is lost, and Nienor runs straight into Glaurung. 00:53 Greg reads pages 215-219 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 19:31 Summary 21:02 Disc...
2023-10-1841 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekGlaurung Binds Túrin in a Spell — Ep 55Túrin is welcomed by Orodreth, and he wins renown. Finduilas’ heart is turned to Túrin. Gwindor warns Finduilas of his doom and the curse of Morgoth against the children of Húrin. Orodreth takes Túrin as a counselor, and Nargothrond flourishes and grows in might. Morwen and Nienor at last flee to Doriath, but find that Túrin is gone. Orodreth receives a message from Ulmo that peril draws near Nargothrond, but Túrin in his pride does not heed this warning. 01:51 Dan reads pages 209-215 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 22...
2023-10-1149 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekThe Betrayal of Mîm and that Dreadful Sword — Ep 54Túrin and Beleg, the Helm and the Bow, win acclaim for their heroics. Through this, Morgoth learns the whereabouts of the son of Húrin. Mîm betrays them and leads a band of orcs to Amon Rûdh. The orcs slay many of the men at night and capture Túrin. Mîm realizes that there is a survivor: Beleg. He takes up Anglachel to slay him, but the injured elf fights him back, and Mîm flees. Beleg heals and pursues Túrin’s captors. He finds Gwindor, an elf of Nargothrond who was captured in Nirnaeth A...
2023-10-0434 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekTúrin and the outlaws capture a Dwarf named Mîm — Ep 53Thingol gives Beleg leave to go and protect Túrin in the wilderness. Beleg asks for a sword, and Thingol gives him Anglachel, a powerful sword made from iron that fell from heaven by Eöl, father of Maeglin. Melian gives Beleg lembas to aid him. Meanwhile, Túrin and his band of outlaws capture a Dwarf named Mîm and demand that he take them to Amon Rûdh. 01:19 Greg reads pages 201-205 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 14:44 Recap 15:36 Discussion "But now at last they had dwindled and died out of Mi...
2023-09-2732 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekBeleg Strongbow Searches for Túrin the Outlaw — Ep 52After the Easterlings come to Hithlum, Morwen sends her son Túrin to Doriath to seek refuge. After three years in the wilderness, he returns, and Mablung witnesses his involvement in the death of a Nandor. Túrin flees and turns to a life of lawlessness, but Beleg searches for him. 01:40 Dan reads pages 198-201 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 14:38 Recap 16:07 Discussion 20:00 Our nonsense ends "But in the pride of his heart Túrin refused the pardon of the King, and the words of Beleg were of no avail to...
2023-09-2033 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekThe Triumph of Morgoth! — Ep 51The sons of Fëanor are broken, and now dwell in the foothills of Ered Lindon. The Easterling men are sent to Hithlum where they pillage the remaining people of Hador, who are eventually forced into labor in the north. Morgoth sends forces to Brithombar and Eglarest near the sea and slays the greater part of Círdan’s people. Círdan and Gil-Galad flee to the mouths of Sirion, and Turgon asks Círdan to make seven ships to send into the West. Only one of these messengers return. Morgoth is angered for allowing Turgon to escape. Morgoth tries...
2023-09-0623 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekFingon Faces the Lord of Balrogs — Ep 50The enraged Eldar furiously pursue Morgoth’s forces to the very gates of Angband. Morgoth unleashes his full strength on them. Then Ulfang carries out his treacherous plan and attacks Maedhhros from the rear. His forces are scattered and the sons of Fëanor retreat. Azaghâl, Lord of Belegost, and the Dwarves hold back Glaurung heroically. Azaghâl is defeated but he badly wounds the dragon, and the beasts of Angband retreat. Gothmog, Lord of Balrogs, and a great army fight against Fingon and Turgon in the west. Fingon faces Gothmog alone. 01:28 Greg reads pages 191-195 from...
2023-08-3039 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekBeren and Lúthien's Story Rallies the Noldor — Ep 49Beren and Lúthien return. Lúthien heals the winter of Thingol. Melian cannot bear to look upon Lúthien, knowing that it is now their fate to be separated by death. Beren and Lúthien travel into Ossiriand and bear a son, Dior Aranel, the heir to Thingol. Maedhros attempts to rally the Eldar against Morgoth, but mistrust keeps them divided. The sons of Fëanor demand Thingol return the Silmaril that is rightly theirs, but he refuses. Maedhros gathers willing soldiers from Menegroth and from among Men and Dwarves. On the day of their assault, Maedhros’ plans are fru...
2023-08-2340 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekBeren Wields a Silmarill as Carcharoth Attacks — Ep 48Beren and Luthien return. Carcharoth is still wreaking havoc, and Beren and Thingol set off to hunt him. 02:14 Cameron reads pages 184-187 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 14:35 Recap 15:55 Discussion "Even in that dark hour Beren and Luthien returned, hastening from the west, and the news of their coming went before them like a sound of music borne by the wind into dark houses where men sit sorrowful." ⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch this Episode on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Send feedback to beforethefellowship@gmail.com Foll...
2023-08-1633 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekBeren Approaches Morgoth's Throne — Ep 47Beren and Lúthien try to enter the throne room of Morgoth. But it is guarded by Carcharoth, a terrible werewolf raised by Morgoth himself. Luthien puts him to sleep and they step into the darkness. 02:06 Greg reads pages 179-184 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 19:12 Recap 20:50 Discussion "Then terror fell upon Beren and Luthien, and they fled, heedless and without disguise, desiring only to see the light once more." ⁠⁠⁠Watch this Episode on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Send feedback to beforethefellowship@gmail.com F...
2023-08-0939 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekThe Hound of Valinor faces Sauron the Werewolf — Episode 46One by one, Sauron executes the captives. When he sends a wolf to kill Beren, Felagund kills it with his bare hands but is mortally wounded. Luthien and Huan come to Beren’s aid. Sauron takes the form of a werewolf and battles Huan. Huan and Luthien gain the upperhand, and spare Sauron on the condition that he leave Tol Sirion. He flees to Taur-nu-Fuin. Beren decides to again take up his quest to take back the Silmarils alone. 01:29 Dan reads pages 174-179 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 21:39 Recap 23:17 Discussion ...
2023-08-0244 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekBeren enters Sauron's outpost but Luthien follows — Episode 45Beren journeys into Nargothrond and tells Felagund his story. Felagund sees that the Oath of Fëanor is again at work. And the Doom of Mandos survives. Felagund decides to depart with Beren to attempt to steal back the Silmarils. The two of them and several trusted companions disguise themselves as orcs and come to Tol-in-Gaurhoth, Sauron’s outpost. He battles Felagund in song, and overcomes him, taking Beren and the others captive. Lúthien leaves Doriath, hoping to save Beren from his distress. She is found by Huan, the wolfhound of Celegorm. The sons of Fëanor trick her i...
2023-07-1940 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekThe Greatest Love Story You've Never Heard — Episode 44The twelve outlaws in Dorthonion fight for survival. Sauron deceives Gorlim, and convinces him to betray his companions. Beren wanders in the wilderness for four years, eventually making his way through the Girdle of Melian into Doriath. He encounters Melian’s daughter, Lúthien. 01:19 Greg reads pages 162-167 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 21:55 Recap 22:51 Discussion with special guest Andy Norton "Among the tales of sorrow and of ruin that come down to us from the darkness of those days there are yet some in which ami...
2023-07-1249 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekTwelve Men make a final stand against Morgoth — pg 154-161 — Episode 43Twelve men make a final stand against the armies of Morgoth in Dorthonion: Barahir, his son Beren, and ten others. Sauron takes Tol Sirion and transforms it into an outpost for Morgoth. Morgoth captures many men and elves and makes them his thralls; but he also releases many back into Beleriand to sew treachery. 01:04 Dan reads pages 154-161 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 24:57 Recap 26:11 Discussion with special guest Andy Norton "Rumour came to Morgoth of these things, and he was unquiet amid his victories; and he desired greatly...
2023-07-0546 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekThe Father of Dragons and Fingolfin's Desperate Attack — pg 150-154 — Episode 42Fingolfin, king of the Noldor, urges the people of Beleriand to unite in battle against Morgoth, but few heed his call. Morgoth launches an all-out assault, sending rivers of fire through the northern lands and massive armies of dragons, Balrogs, and orcs, thus beginning the fourth great battle, Dagor Bragollach, “the Battle of Sudden Flame”. Fingolfin, seeing that Dorthonion is lost, flies to the very doors of Anbgand and challenges Morgoth to single combat. Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:5...
2023-06-2837 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekMorgoth wages war but Haleth fights back — pg 145-149 — Episode 41Morgoth attacks the Haladin people. Haldad is slain, but his daughter Haleth leads the Haladin against the orcs. Three Houses of men emerge: the people of Hador Lórindol who develop the common tongue of Númenor; the Haladin; and the people of Bëor. The men grow strong and add their strength to that of the Elves. But they become intertwined with the Doom of the Noldor. Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:44 Cameron reads pages 145-149 from the S...
2023-06-2136 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekAn Elf meets a Man (but there's someone in the shadows) — pg 140-145 — Episode 40Finrod Felagund meets the first men. He wins them with his beautiful music and his wisdom, and the men take him for their lord. Even to Bëor, chieftain of the men, man’s history is opaque. Men too have been sundered, and there exist various groups with distinct languages. The Green Elves do not welcome men, and Thingol forbids them from entering Doriath. Men spread throughout Beleriand, dwelling amongst the Noldor. Bëor joins Felagund in Nargothrond. Some men become discontent with their partnership with the Elves. But one rises to speak. Who is it? Three frie...
2023-06-1440 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekCan Ulmo protect Gondolin? Does Shelob have a spider daddy? Will Galadriel ever find love? — Discussion! — Episode 39Greg, Dan, and Cameron discuss the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien (pages 125-139). 00:12 Chapter 15 and 16 Recap 03:20 Discussion 43:40 NEW Format "Ulmo came to him once again, and spoke with him. And he said: 'Now thou shalt go at last to Gondolin, Turgon; and I will maintain my power in the Vale of Sirion, and in all the waters therein, so that none shall mark thy going, nor shall any find there the hidden entrance against thy will. Longest of all the realms of the Eldalië shall Gondolin sta...
2023-06-0746 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekEöl Finds the Secret City but Faces a Deadly Choice — pg 131-139 — Episode 38Aredhel becomes weary of Gondolin and leaves. She is ensnared by Eöl, a Teleri who dwells in darkness and despises the Noldor. Eöl takes her as his wife, and they have a son, Maeglin. Mother and Son flee to Gondolin but are pursued by Eöl who is taken by guards before Turgon. Turgon gives him a fateful choice: Stay forever, or die. Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 01:17 Greg reads pages 125-130 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Editi...
2023-05-3131 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekTurgon Builds a Stronghold (but the Truth Comes Out) — pg 125-130 — Episode 37Ulmo helps Turgon build the hidden city of Gondolin. Ulmo promises to protect Gondolin but urges Turgon to remember that the curse of the Noldor stands, and that one would come to warn them of near peril. In Doriath, Galadriel recounts to Melian some of the hidden past of the Noldor, but withholds information about the Oath of Fëanor, the kinslaying, and the burning of the ships at Losgar. But the truth comes out. Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. ...
2023-05-2420 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekHow did Ulmo put Fingon to sleep? Is Beleriand going underwater? Is Rings of Power any good?— Discussion! — Episode 36Greg, Dan, and Cameron discuss the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien (pages 111-124). "Beneath Ered Engrin he made a great tunnel, which issued south of the mountains; and there he made a mighty gate. But above this gate, and behind it even to the mountains, he piled the thunderous towers of Thangorodrim, that were made of the ash and slag of his subterranean furnaces, and the vast refuse of his tunnellings." Send feedback to beforethefellowship@gmail.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WATCH this Episode on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us as...
2023-05-1740 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekBONUS: I Recap EVERYTHING in 8 MinutesThree friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. Cameron reads the recap of the first 124 pages of the Silmarillion, from supersummary.com Send feedback to beforethefellowship@gmail.com Follow us as we follow Tolkien: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TWITTER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DISCORD⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Rings of Power comes to Amazon, but nothing compares to the real story JRR Tolkien wrote. Is the Silmarillion his masterpiece? The Silmarillion is a book everyone should read, but it can be intimidating. Go on a journey with us.
2023-05-1008 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekThe World Prepares for Morgoth to Strike — (pg 118-124) — Episode 35Morgoth controls the north of Middle-Earth from his fortress Angband, the Hells of Iron. But the Noldor settle in lands and begin gathering strength. Get ready for geography! THE MAP: http://arda-maps.org/ages/first/ Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 02:07 Greg reads pages 111-117 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 21:45 Recap "This is the fashion of the lands into which the Noldor came, in the north of the western regions of...
2023-05-0329 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekMorgoth Makes A Monster as The Noldor Unite (pg 111-117) — Episode 34Thingol claims kingship over all of Beleriand but the sons of Fëanor dismiss it. Ulmo appears to Turgon and Finrod in dreams and urges them to prepare against assault from Morgoth. Soon a monster emerges. Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:34 Cameron reads pages 111-117 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 21:06 Recap "Now Morgoth, believing the report of his spies that the lords of the Noldor were wandering abroad wit...
2023-04-2623 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekBONUS: NEW FORMAT and how you can win a vintage copy of the Silmarillion!Want longer readings? Want longer discussions? Now you can choose! We are trying a new format with three longer reading episodes culminating in a longer discussion episode. Let us know what you think! Send feedback to beforethefellowship@gmail.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WATCH this Episode on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us as we follow Tolkien: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TWITTER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DISCORD⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Rings of Power comes to Amazon, but nothing compares to the real story JRR Tolkien wrote. Is the Silmarillion his masterpiece? The Silmarillion is a book everyone should read, but it can be intimidating. Go on a journ...
2023-04-2503 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekFingon Attempts a Desperate Rescue (pg 108-111) — Episode 33Fingon hears that his old friend Maedhros is captured, he goes alone to rescue him. He reaches the base of the precipice from which Maedhros hangs, and Maedhros begs him to kill him with an arrow. Fingon prays to Manwë to guide his arrow to put Maedhros out of his misery... Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:58 Greg reads pages 108-111 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 10:30 Recap 11:24 Discussion "...
2023-04-1225 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekFëanor Battles the Lord of the Balrogs! (pg 106-108) — Episode 32Morgoth sends his armies to attack the Noldor who succeed in driving back the attacking orcs. Fëanor pursues the retreating forces, hoping to find Morgoth himself. As he presses forward, he is surrounded by Morgoth’s forces, and is attacked by Gothmog, Lord of the Balrogs. Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:42 Dan reads pages 106-108 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 10:40 Recap 11:44 Discussion "For Fëanor, in his...
2023-04-0524 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekThe Men Come as the First Sun Rises (pg 103-105) — Episode 31At the first rising of the Sun, the Mankind, the Second Children of Ilúvatar awake in the far east. Their main distinction from the Elves is that they suffer illness and die in old age, they are aloof from the Valar, and they prefer the light of the Sun to starlight. Men quickly spread across Middle-Earth and befriend the Elves. Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:35 Cameron reads pages 103-105 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition ...
2023-03-2923 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekThe Valar Hide Valinor (pg 100-102) — Episode 30The path of the Moon and Sun are set: Tillion (the Moon) chases Arien (the Sun). Fearing further assault by Morgoth, the Valar make Valmar more difficult to reach, enchanting the sea to create obstacles for sailors, and raising up the Pelori mountains to sheer cliffs that cannot be climbed. Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:30 Greg reads pages 100-102 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 08:43 Recap 09:45 Discussion "Still therefore, after th...
2023-03-2229 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekThe Valar Create the Sun and Moon as Morgoth Hides (pg 98-100) — Episode 29The Valar mourn the loss of the Two Trees, and Fëanor’s corruption. They save one flower from Telperion and one fruit from Laurelin; and they work together to use these to create the Moon and the Sun. The sun rises in the west just as Fingolfin and his host reach Middle-Earth. Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 01:20 Cameron reads pages 98-100 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 10:05 Recap 10:47 Discussion "Then...
2023-03-1734 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekMorgoth Attacks Thingol and the Green Elves - (pg 94-97) — Episode 28Morgoth returns to Angband to rebuild it. Ungoliant flees southward to the Mountains of Terror. Morgoth sends forth his armies, and they surround Menegroth. Being cut off from Cirdan, Thingol asks for help from the Nandor. Melian uses her power to create a barrier around Doriath called the Girdle of Melian. Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:56 Greg reads pages 94-97 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 11:52 Recap 13:11 Discussion "Now the Orcs that multiplied in the darkness of...
2023-03-0830 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekThe Dwarves Awake! (pg 91-94) — Episode 27Thingol and Melian established the kingdom of Doriath and give birth to their only child, Lúthien. The dwarves awake in the East and their dwellings across the continent. The evil forces in Middle-Earth begin to spread.  Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:48 Dan reads pages 91-94 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 12:45 Recap 13:39 Discussion "But as the third age of the captivity of Melkor drew on, the Dwarves became troubled, and they spoke to King Thingol, sayi...
2023-03-0134 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekBraving The Impassable Helcaraxë (pg 89-90) — Episode 26As the Noldor approach Helcaraxë, the Grinding Ice in the north, Fëanor weighs his options for getting the host across the sea. He decides to take his closest kin on the ships and leave behind Fingolfin’s host. Once they reach Middle-Earth, Fëanor makes a fateful decision. Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 01:33 Cameron reads pages 89-90 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 07:38 Recap 08:27 Discussion "Therefore Fëanor halted and the Noldor debated what course they sho...
2023-02-2220 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekFëanor Must Fight His Family to Escape (pg 85-89) — Episode 25Fëanor goes to ask the Teleri for aid. Olwë refuses to help, and so Fëanor and his host attempt to steal the Teleri ships. A bitter fight breaks out, and the Noldor overcome the Teleri when Fingolfin’s host arrives. Mandos arrives to speak condemnation. Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:49 Greg reads pages 85-89 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 13:22 Recap 14:41 Discussion "But as the mind of Fëanor cooled and took counsel he perceive...
2023-02-1531 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekFëanor Pursues Morgoth, But Mandos Bids Warning (pg 82-85) — Episode 24In the wake of Melkor’s devastation and the death of Finwë, Fëanor declares himself king of the Noldor. Fëanor rallies the Noldor to forsake the Valar and return to Middle-Earth. He makes a terrible oath to pursue any who possess the Silmarils. But a messenger of Manwë bids the Noldor not to leave, foretelling that evil and sorrow await them. Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:44 Dan reads pages 82-85 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 15:28 Recap 16:18...
2023-02-0834 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekMorgoth Flees Into Ungoliant's Black Webs (pg 80-82) — Episode 23Ungoliant and Morgoth make their way toward Angband, his old fortress. She demands that Morgoth fulfill his promise, so he feeds her many of the gems that he has stolen; but he refuses to concede the Silmarils. So Ungoliant sends out her webs. Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:41 Cameron reads pages 80-82 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 8:40 Summary 9:23 Discussion "'Blackheart!' she said. 'I have done thy bidding. But I hunger still.' 'W...
2023-02-0125 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekMelkor Becomes Morgoth, the Black Foe of the World (pg 78-79) — Episode 22Yavanna implores Fëanor to give the Silmarills to them so they might revive the Two Trees. But he refuses. As Nienna mourns the destruction, Melkor goes to Formenos, slays Finwë, steals the Silmarils, and sneaks away. Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:55 Greg reads pages 78-79 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 8:33 Discussion "Yavanna spoke before the Valar, saying: 'The Light of the Trees has passed away, and lives now only in the Silmarils of Fëanor. Foresighted was h...
2023-01-2529 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekA Very Negative Review & Greg's Biggest RegretA bout of illness in Cameron's family prevented the Before the Fellowship men from recording normal reading episodes, so join Dan and Greg for a discussion on the podcast, broader themes of the Silmarillion, and how we might create a forum for listeners to express their thoughts and engage in the discussions that we start on the podcast. Send feedback to beforethefellowship@gmail.com Follow us as we follow Tolkien: ⁠⁠⁠DISCORD⁠⁠⁠ The Rings of Power comes to Amazon, but nothing compares to the real story JRR Tolkien wrote. Is the Silmarillion his masterpiece? The Silmarillion is a book everyone should read...
2023-01-1847 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekMelkor and Ungoliant Crash the Party (pg 74-77) — Episode 21Manwë decrees the most glorious feast. Fëanor and Fingolfin are reconciled, and Fingolfin vows to follow Fëanor wherever he leads. Suddenly, Melkor and Ungoliant ambush the feast. Melkor delivers deadly blows to both trees with his spear, and Ungoliant feeds on the light, leaving the world in darkness. Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:48 Dan (tries to) read pages 74-77 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 12:09 Recap 13:16 Discussion "And in that very hour Melkor and Ungol...
2023-01-1128 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekUngoliant is Terrifying and Melkor Strikes a Deal (pg 73-74) — Episode 20Oromë and Tulkas pursue Melkor who goes south to the dark region of Avathar, where lived Ungoliant, a lustful being in the form of a monstrous spider. Ungoliant feeds on light and weaves black webs. Melkor makes a deal with Ungoliant, for revenge on the Valar he will let her feed on the eternal city. Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:51 Cameron reads pages 73-74 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 6:52 Recap 7:36 Discussion "Now Melkor came to Ava...
2023-01-0421 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekBrother Against Brother, the Unrest of the Noldor (pages 69-72) — Episode 19Fëanor opposes his half-brother Fingolfin, even threatening him with his sword. Because the peace of Aman is disrupted, Fëanor and others are forced to stand before Mandos. Melkor attempts to turn Fëanor against the Valar and find an opportunity to steal the Silmarils, but Fëanor is not fooled. Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:41 Greg reads pages 67-79 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 11:29 Recap 12:38 Discussion "Now Fëanor's heart was still bitter at his...
2022-12-2829 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekFeänor Crafts the SILMARILLS and Melkor Lusts for Them (pages 67-69) — Episode 18Feänor at last creates the Silmarils, three great jewels infused with the blended light of the Two Trees. Mandos decrees that the fate of Arda lay with the Silmarils. Melkor poisonous deceptions begin to take their effect in the Noldor. Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:47 Dan reads pages 67-79 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 10:57 Recap 12:08 Discussion "For Fëanor, being come to his full might, was filled with a new thought, or it may be t...
2022-12-2132 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekMelkor is Released from Prison! But Tulkas Gets Ready to Fight (pages 65-66) — Episode 17Melkor’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 Ilúvat...
2022-12-1425 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekFeänor Becomes a Master Craftsmen after His Mother Dies (pages 63-65) — Episode 16Feänor masters crafting and lettering (and having kids). The Noldor become more estranged in the house of Finwë. Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:42 Greg reads pages 63-65 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 6:50 Recap 7:50 Discussion "All his love he gave thereafter to his son; and Fëanor grew swiftly, as if a secret fire were kindled within him. He was tall, and fair of face, and masterful, his eyes piercingly bright and his hair raven-dark; in th...
2022-12-0727 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekMeet Feänor the One Called the 'Spirit of Fire' (pages 60-62) — Episode 15We meet the Princes of the Eldalië. Can we all agree that Feänor is so much cooler than Aegnor? Greg tries to un-embarrass himself by correcting our geography mistakes. Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:55 Dan reads pages 60-62 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 10:08 Recap 12:02 Discussion "Finwë was King of the Noldor. The sons of Finwë were Fëanor, and Fingolfin, and Finarfin; but the mother of Fëanor was Míriel Serindë, whereas the mother of...
2022-11-3030 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekThe First Marriage in Middle Earth: Elwë Marries a Maia! (pages 55-56) — Episode 13Elwë spots a Maia in the Forests of Lorien, and it's love at first sight — for years! They stay in Middle Earth to build a kingdom. Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:34 Greg reads pages 55-56 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 05:35 Discussion, AKA Dan tries to change his name to Iluvitar. "Melian was a Maia, of the race of the Valar. She dwelt in the gardens of Lórien, and among all his people there were none more beauti...
2022-11-3015 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekTo Get on the Floating Island or Not? The Elves Decide Their Fate — Episode 14Ulmo saves Elves with a floating island. Aulë teaches the Noldor to craft some gems (uh oh...) Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:51 Cameron reads pages 57-60 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 12:25 Reading Summary 13:30 Discussion: Where *exactly* did the elves live in Valinor? And how you can distinguish the different races. Keep your eyes on the Noldor... "To these the Valar had given a land and a dwelling-place. Even among the radiant flowers of the Tree-lit gar...
2022-11-2329 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekElves Are Summoned to Valinor: Ingwë, Finwë, Elwë, & Olwë March West (pages 53-54) — Episode 12What happens in the hearts of Elves when they are summoned to the eternal city? Who goes and who tarries? What bliss or doom awaits them in Valinor? Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:57 Dan reads pages 53-54 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 09:04 Discussion "Long and slow was the march of the Eldar into the west, for the leagues of Middle-earth were uncounted, and weary and pathless. Nor did the Eldar desire to hasten, for they were filled wi...
2022-11-0922 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekMelkor Breeds Orcs and the Valar Attack (pages 49-53) — Episode 11Melkor commits the most hateful thing to Iluvitar, the creation of the orcs. The Valar decide to make war upon him. He is captured and tried in the Ring of Doom. Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:30 Cameron reads pages 49-53 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 13:16 Discussion  "Manwë sat long in thought upon Taniquetil, and he sought the counsel of Ilúvatar. And coming then down to Valmar he summoned the Valar to the Ring of Doom, and thith...
2022-11-0238 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekMelkor Makes Monsters and a Fortress (pages 47-49) — Episode 10Melkor (Morgoth) delves a fortress called Angband and makes some Balrogs. The Valar hold counsel. Should they intervene or wait for him to reveal himself?  Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:30 Greg reads pages 47-49 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 09:35 Discussion "Yavanna spoke before the Valar, saying: 'Ye mighty of Arda, the Vision of Ilúvatar was brief and soon taken away, so that maybe we cannot guess within a narrow count of days the hour appointed. Yet be s...
2022-10-2622 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekSeason 2 is COMING! Send Your Feedback and We'll Send You the 4th Silmaril(?)Do you like one reader over another? Should Greg wear a tie? Should Cameron become British? Should Dan join Morgoth's boy band? What feedback do you have? We want it all. Send it in and you might be featured on the show! Let us know what you like and we'll keep doing it.  Send in any feedback to beforethefellowship@gmail.com *there is no fourth Silmaril
2022-10-2501 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekAulë makes the Dwarves, but his wife (and Iluvitar) are not happy about it! (pages 43-46) — Episode 9Aulë creates the dwarves in secret, so Iluvatar rebukes him. Now what will happen to the Dwarves? Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:38 Dan reads pages 43-46 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 15:36 Discussion "For it is said that after the departure of the Valar there was silence, and for an age Ilúvatar sat alone in thought. Then he spoke and said: 'Behold I love the Earth, which shall be a mansion for the Quendi and the Atani! But...
2022-10-1932 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekThe End of the Beginning. Death is the GIFT of Iluvitar?! (pages 40-42) — Episode 8The stage is set. The Children of Iluvatar come on to the scene. Elves are made more in the likeness of the Ainur, and their lives are tied to the Earth. Men have been given strange gifts, such as mortality and the power to shape their lives beyond the Music of the Ainur.  Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:13 Cameron reads pages 40-42 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 10:04 Discussion "For it is said that after the departure of the...
2022-10-1229 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekThe Two Trees, the Source of the Silmarills (pages 37-40) — Episode 7The Valar mourn after the marring of Arda. Yavanna makes the most renowned creation in all of the world: the Two Trees of Valinor. (Also, do you think Morgoth is in a punk band?) Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:13 Greg reads pages 37-40 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition  08:57 Discussion "And as they watched, upon the mound there came forth two slender shoots; and silence was over all the world in that hour, nor was there any other sou...
2022-10-0528 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekThe Valar Rest but Melkor Strikes! (pages 35-37) — Episode 6Behind the walls of Almaren, the Valar rest in contentment, but evil never sleeps. Melkor attacks and forever changes the world of Arda. We share the meaning of our names. (Everyone knows which one is the coolest.) Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:30 Dan reads pages 35-37 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 10:59 Discussion "Now Melkor began the delving and building of a vast fortress, deep under Earth, beneath dark mountains where the beams of Illuin were cold and di...
2022-09-2826 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekGandalf's Origin Story and Melkor's Descent (pages 30-32) — Episode 5Today, we hear about the Maiar coming to Arda (including a familiar grey wizard) and Melkor descends into deep darkness. Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:28 Cameron reads pages 30-32 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition  08:25 Discussion   "Wisest of the Maiar was Olórin. He too dwelt in Lórien, but his ways took him often to the house of Nienna, and of her he learned pity and patience. Of Melian much i...
2022-09-2126 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekLords and Queens Take Shape (pages 27-29) — Episode 4Today, we hear about the rest of the Lords and Queens of Middle Earth. We pick our favorites! Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:13 Greg reads pages 27-29 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 08:15 Discussion "Among them Nine were of chief power and reverence; but one is removed from their number, and Eight remain, the Aratar, the High Ones of Arda: Manwë and Varda, Ulmo, Yavanna and Aulë, Mandos, Nienna, and Oromë." WATCH this Episode on YouTube
2022-09-1423 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekMeet the Mighty Lords and Queens! (pages 25-27) — Episode 3Today we meet the first of the Valar (Lords) and Valier (Queens) of Arda. Aulë fights Melkor. Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:17 Dan reads pages 25-27 from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 10:10 Discussion WATCH this Episode on YouTube FOLLOW us as we follow Tolkien: TWITTER INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK Ever wondered if Tolkien wrote anything that matched the Lord of the Rings? Well he did! Kind of. The Rings of Power comes to Amazon, but...
2022-09-0728 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekThe First Epic Battle against Melkor (pages 18-22) — Episode 2Today we read the battle between the Creation of the Valar and the destruction of Melkor. Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:17 Cameron Reads (pages 18-22) from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 16:00 Discussion WATCH this Episode on YouTube FOLLOW us as we follow Tolkien: TWITTER INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK The Rings of Power comes to Amazon, but nothing compares to the real story JRR Tolkien wrote. Is the Silmarillion his masterpiece? The Silmarillion is a bo...
2022-08-3128 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekEru Creates Middle Earth, through Music! (pages 15-18) — Episode 1Today we hear about the Creation of all things, through music! But Melkor wants to be a bigger part of the music and so discord begins... Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. 00:16 Greg reads the Creation Story: 'The Music of the Ainur' (pages 15-18) from the Silmarillion, 2nd Edition 11:06 Discussion WATCH this Episode on YouTube FOLLOW us as we follow Tolkien: TWITTER INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK The Rings of Power comes to Amazon, bu...
2022-08-3124 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
Before the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every WeekThe Silmarillion is the Greatest Story You've Never Heard (so let's read it together!)Why is this podcast different? Because we get right to the story. We are not experts, we're big fans. Meet the hosts: Cameron O'Hearn (Camwë), Dan Driver (Danrod), and Greg Montana (Gregolas) as we begin our journey to read the Silmarillion in a year. (In memory of Guy Kay) 00:13 Why is this podcast different? 14:41 Danrod reads the Appendix 16:49 Final thoughts WATCH this Episode on YouTube FOLLOW us as we follow Tolkien: TWITTER INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK Ever wondered if Tolkien wrote anything that matched the Lord of the R...
2022-08-3119 minBefore the Fellowship: Fans Read and React to the Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien Every Week
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