J.R.R. Tolkien
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J.R.R. Tolkien’s literary works are often the subject of speakers that come to the SPU campus. Seattle Pacific has hosted a number of lectures and discussions about this intriguing man’s life, thoughts, and stories.
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Rachmael, April 01, 2008
Reviewer: Rachmael
If one is solely interested in exploring the content of the LOTR, one is bound to be disappointed by these lectures, nonetheless, the context, literary, historical and religious, is essential to a deeper appreciation of Tolkien, the writings and the man. These lectures provide a rich resource of background information on Tolkien's works, as well as the application of Tolkien's transcendent visionary mythos to the perennial crisis of the human condition, and I don't think it's quite fair to dismiss the thoughtful insights of these lectures as "disappointing propaganda." I am grateful to Dr. John West for pointing out from the outset of the this lecture series, that Tolkien detested allegory, and yet, that "Universal Moral Principles," as elucidated by Tolkien et al, are "applicable" in this time of ephemeral cultural relativisim and moral ambiguity, as they were in Tolkien's time, when the Balrogs of totalitarian ideology ravaged the planet.
Disappointing propaganda, February 22, 2008
Reviewer: RobKraft
I only listened to half of this; but the intent of the lecture seemed clear. Mr. West hopes to convince the listener that the popularity of the LOTR is due to its use of universally appealing themes, and those themes are also the morals of Christianity. Therefore Christianity must be correct in all of its beliefs. I have no problem with Christianity, but I was more interested in learning about the world of Tolkien.
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Lewis, Tolkien, and Chesterton on Myth
Author: Purtill, Richard
Fri, Apr 25, 2008
More Lectures - Audio - Lewis, Tolkien, and Chesterton on Myth - 1983/07/11. Defines myth and looks at why the stories of Lewis and Tolkien approach but don't quite attain myth status. C.S. Lewis Institute.
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The Lord of the Rings as a Defense of Western Civilization (Part 1 of 4)
Author: West, John G.
Fri, Apr 25, 2008
More Lectures - Audio - The Lord of the Rings as a Defense of Western Civilization (Part 1 of 4) - 2001/11/09. Highlights four themes in the Lord of the Rings: natural moral law, the fall, freedom, and a sense of the transcendent. Associate Director, Discovery Institute Center for Science & Culture.
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Literary Background of the Lord of the Rings (Part 2 of 4)
Author: Blumberg, Janet
Fri, Apr 25, 2008
More Lectures - Audio - Literary Background of the Lord of the Rings (Part 2 of 4) - 2001/11/10. Explores themes from various European literary traditions woven into Tolkien's Lord of the Rings. Professor of English.
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Wartime Wisdom: Ten Uncommon Insights from The Lord of the Rings About Evil (Part 3 of 4)
Author: Kreeft, Peter
Fri, Apr 25, 2008
More Lectures - Audio - Wartime Wisdom: Ten Uncommon Insights from The Lord of the Rings About Evil (Part 3 of 4) - 2001/11/10. Offers ten insights offered in Tolkien's writing about the nature of evil, including themes of spiritual warfare that hint at the Christian tradition. Professor of Philosophy, Boston College.
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Tolkien, Man and Myth (Part 4 of 4)
Author: Pearce, Joseph
Fri, Apr 25, 2008
More Lectures - Audio - Tolkien, Man and Myth (Part 4 of 4) - 2001/11/10. Examines Tolkien as a Christian and father and his views on myth: stories that tell truth with Christian themes at heart. Christian Author and Tolkien scholar.
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C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien: Scholars and Friends
Author: Mitchell, Cristopher
Fri, Apr 25, 2008
More Lectures - Audio - C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien: Scholars and Friends - 2003/03/11. Chronicles the relationship between Lewis and Tolkien, how Tolkien led Lewis to Christ, and the story of their friendship and discourse. Director of Wade Center, Wheaton College. C.S. Lewis Institute.
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The Lord of the Rings as a Defense of Western Civilization (Part 1 of 4)
Author: West, John G.
Thu, Mar 27, 2008
More Lectures - Video - The Lord of the Rings as a Defense of Western Civilization (Part 1 of 4) - 2001/11/09. Highlights four themes in the Lord of the Rings: natural moral law, the fall, freedom, and a sense of the transcendent. Associate Director, Discovery Institute Center for Science & Culture.
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Literary Background of the Lord of the Rings (Part 2 of 4)
Author: Blumberg, Janet
Thu, Mar 27, 2008
More Lectures - Video - Literary Background of the Lord of the Rings (Part 2 of 4) - 2001/11/10. Explores themes from various European literary traditions woven into Tolkien's Lord of the Rings. Professor of English.
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Tolkien, Man and Myth (Part 4 of 4)
Author: Pearce, Joseph
Thu, Mar 27, 2008
More Lectures - Video - Tolkien, Man and Myth (Part 4 of 4) - 2001/11/10. Examines Tolkien as a Christian and father and his views on myth: stories that tell truth with Christian themes at heart. Christian Author and Tolkien scholar.
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Wartime Wisdom: Ten Uncommon Insights from The Lord of the Rings About Evil (Part 3 of 4)
Author: Kreeft, Peter
Thu, Mar 27, 2008
More Lectures - Video - Wartime Wisdom: Ten Uncommon Insights from The Lord of the Rings About Evil (Part 3 of 4) - 2001/11/10. Offers ten insights offered in Tolkien's writing about the nature of evil, including themes of spiritual warfare that hint at the Christian tradition. Professor of Philosophy, Boston College.
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Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and the British Literary Tradition
Author: Knedlik, Janet L.
Thu, Apr 24, 2008
More Lectures - Audio - Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and the British Literary Tradition - 1980/06/16. Studies how writers of the British Christian tradition have incorporated the realm of nature and spirit into their works. Associate Professor of English. C.S. Lewis Institute.
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"We Gotta Get Outta Here" - How Tolkien, Lewis, and L'Engle Help Us Hope
Author: Overstreet, Jeff
Mon, Jan 14, 2008
Day of Common Learning - Audio - "We Gotta Get Outta Here" - How Tolkien, Lewis, and L'Engle Help Us Hope - 2007/10/24. Tells of growing up with fantasy and fairy tales as a source of spiritual truth-telling in a realistic world. Communications Specialist, University Communications. Sixth Annual Day of Common Learning.
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"We Gotta Get Outta Here" - How Tolkien, Lewis, and L'Engle Help Us Hope
Author: Overstreet, Jeff
Thu, Nov 08, 2007
Day of Common Learning - Video - "We Gotta Get Outta Here" - How Tolkien, Lewis, and L'Engle Help Us Hope - 2007/10/24. Tells of growing up with fantasy and fairy tales as a source of spiritual truth-telling in a realistic world. Communications Specialist, University Communications. Sixth Annual Day of Common Learning.
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