Of Melkor and the Secret Fire discusses the complex relationship between Melkor and the mysterious power of Eru in Tolkien's Legendarium. Why did he want it? Why couldn't he obtain it? Why did his motives change with the coming of Elves and Men into the world? I explore the Dark Lord's history with the Secret Fire.

► Chapters:
0:00 Intro
1:41 What is the Secret Fire?
3:01 Impatience and Subcreation
5:08 Eru and the Flame Imperishable
5:59 The corruption of the Sun/Arien
9:53 Melkor and creation
11:12 Examining the Music of the Ainur
13:43 The arrival of the Children of Ilúvatar
15:59 Melkor declaring war
17:52 Dwarves, Orcs, and puppet races
21:13 Melkor's vision of Eru's world

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