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WOF 181: J.R.R. Tolkien, Master Evangelist
WOF 181: J.R.R. Tolkien, Master Evangelist
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Length:
31 minutes
Released:
May 27, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
The great novelist, J.R.R. Tolkien, has enchanted generations of readers with his Hobbitand Lord of the Rings, and is the subject of a new feature film, titled Tolkien. But in today’s episode, Bishop Barron talks about Tolkien’s Catholic faith, which was mostly absent in the new film, but critical to his upbringing and his stories of Middle-earth. A listener asks what he should if he’s unable to find a spiritual director. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today! Articles Mentioned I was an Atheist Until I Read “The Lord of the Rings” Gimli, Galadriel, and Guadalupe: An image of Our Lady in the Lady of Lothlorien Where the Rosary Appears in “The Lord of the Rings” Tolkien’s Catholic Genius Books Mentioned The Battle for Middle-earth: Tolkien’s Divine Design in The Lord of the Rings by Fleming Rutledge Tolkien: Man and Myth by Joseph Pearce Bilbo’s Journey: Discovering the Hidden Meaning of The Hobbit by Joseph Pearce Frodo’s Journey: Discover the Hidden Meaning of The Lord of the Rings by Joseph Pearce
Released:
May 27, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode
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