... as narrative devices meant to connect the understanding of the reader to the world of Tolkien's mythology. For instance, similarities between the biblical and Middle-earth creation myths, which include connections between God and Eru as well as the Valar and angels, provide the reader ... which he deems to be "good." With this passage, the negativity of the dark or the formless void is immediately suggested. These biblical associations solidify the notion of Melkor as the ultimate Evil. Melkor's character functions as the source of evil and negativity of Tolkien's world ... true nature...

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