Pop Icons: The Lord of the Rings and J.R.R. Tolkien
Who are the men, women, films, TV shows, books, computer games and other pop culture icons from the past 60 years that have shaped us in theological ways?
View ArticleLord of the Rings Has Ring of the Christian Lord
Tolkien wrote from a traditionalist Catholic worldview, which means his doctrine of God, his doctrine of the Trinity and his Christology were totally orthodox, making his books and films fruitful...
View ArticleThe J.R.R. Tolkien Handbook - Book Review
Colin Duriez sets out not only to explain and bring some order to Middle Earth but also to delve—albeit lightly—into Tolkien’s life and literary influences.
View ArticleThe Calling of Christian Writers
Tolkien, Lewis, Tolstoy and O'Connor... these were great writers because of their Christian faith, not in spite of it. Is God calling you to tell a story?
View ArticleLured by the Rings
I confess. I am a Tolkien fanatic. I remember the first time I took up The Hobbit at the age of 14. And next to the Bible, I have read The Lord of the Rings through more times than any other book.
View ArticleFrom Father to Son: J.R.R. Tolkien on Sex
Even as Tolkien is celebrated as an author and literary figure, some of his most important messages were communicated by means of letters, and some of the most important letters were written to his sons.
View ArticleChristian Elements and Symbols in Tolkien
We see that Tolkien's work embodies a definitely Judeo-Christian view of good and evil: evil is seen as perverted or fallen good.
View ArticleTolkien's Middle-Earth: A Christian World
The book has spawned hundreds of imitations which unfortunately do not share its Christian world view.
View ArticleRediscovering J. R. R. Tolkien and The Lord of the Rings
Tolkien intended for his epic works to point to an even greater story--the Christian Gospel.
View ArticleTolkien's Impact in Literature and Life
J.R.R. Tolkien saw himself as a hobbit in every way but in stature.
View ArticleAstronomy in The Hobbit
Aside from its literary value, there is great astronomical and scientific value to be found in the pages of Tolkien's The Hobbit.
View ArticleVessels of Mercy: God, Grace, and Gollum
Why should such a perverted creature be looked on with pity? Tolkien used the tragic story of Gollum to remind us of grace and mercy.
View ArticleJ.R.R. Tolkien and the Discipline of Hope
Tolkien's works demonstrate that it's possible to have a dark childhood and still possess a remarkable and life-affirming imagination.
View ArticleThe Start of an Adventure: A Hobbit Feature
"I get a real sense of Tolkien’s Christian faith. ...There’s this essence of nobility, kindness, and mercy." ~Richard Armitage, who plays Thorin Oakenshield
View ArticleA Tolkien Biography for Lovers of Legend
Colin Duriez set out to answer this question about the author of The Hobbit: “Who was the man who became a legend?”
View ArticleSix Lessons from The Lord of The Rings
As I talked with a friend over coffee one night, the two of us began to reflect on how J.R.R. Tolkien's faith was reflected in his writing...
View ArticleThere and Back Again and Again and Again
Peter Jackson says he's following the spirit if not the letter of the novel by stretching The Hobbit into a trilogy.
View ArticleHow to Watch The Hobbit
Whether or not you’re fanatic enough to dress up for the midnight showing, here’s some advice for how to experience of The Hobbit.
View ArticlePeter Jackson's The Hobbit Rings False
Likely to leave fans hesitant and uncertain about the upcoming films, while newbies will wonder why this story is so beloved.
View ArticleTolkien Experts Talk About His Christian Themes
In advance of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey hitting theaters, Crosswalk.com talks with Dr. Ralph Wood, Dr. Michael Ward and Rick Trumbo about J.R.R. Tolkien's faith and how it comes across in The...
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