Nienna, Lady of Pity | Tolkien Explained

[@matthewarant377]

I think the idea of Nienna's tears washing away ungoliants defilements is unspeakably beautiful. Pity, sorrow, and grief are often hastened away. But they are essential for healing. This shows tolkein had a deep understanding of trauma and healing. Completely beautiful. Has to be my favorite of the Valar.

[@roddo1955]

Have you ever seen the movie 'inside out'? If you haven't; check it out! It deals with more or less the same. Grief and Sadness are often dismissed to make place for joy and optimism. As if Sadness is something to avoid. But Sadness and grief give voice to the pain. When pain gets to speak; it creates room for healing and compassion rather than rejecting it.

[@salvador.garcia]

​@@roddo1955 is there any scene washing things away with tears?

[@sarahhutchinson6213]

Thank you for highlighting Nienna! Tolkien’s writings on her have enriched my life and how I encounter sorrow. I’m sure that Tolkien-who endured a series of traumatic losses as a child and young adult-wrote about her from a very deep place.

[@johanabigasova6770]

Nienna is only Vala, who has been changed by discord of Melkor. "So great was her sorrow, as the Music unfolded, that her song turned to lamentation before its end, and the sound of mourning was woven into the themes of the World before it began. But she does not weep for herself; and those who hearken to her learn pity, and endurance in hope." Valaquenta, The Silmarillion, J.R.R. Tolkien.

[@Katharina_Lieblich]

The story about Nienna and Gandalf is unbelievably beautiful. Just think how differently the Hobbit and Lord of the Rings could have gone if he hadn't spent all that time learning from her.

[@michaelkelleypoetry]

Gandalf actually didn't have anything to do with Bilbo showing Gollum pity, except perhaps indirectly in choosing Bilbo as the burglar. It was more who Bilbo was as a person. Gandalf's knowledge learned from Nienna was able to recognize the wisdom in Bilbo's decision and influenced Frodo and Sam to each show Gollum pity.

[@Katharina_Lieblich]

@@michaelkelleypoetry Very true. However, I meant it more in the context of: if Gandalf hadn't spent all that time with Nienna , would he have bothered with the Shire at all?

[@Katharina_Lieblich]

@G Pete I'm afraid I don't know. I was only referring to what Matt said in the video. You might be able to find it in The Silmarillion, but I'm not sure. Sorry!

[@michaelkelleypoetry]

@@Katharina_Lieblich That's true. He likely had pity on the little people because of Nienna.

[@raspel9159]

That brings a lot of interesting what-if scenarios. What if Gandalf was a disciple of Tulkas? We'll get a sword-and-sorcery adventure Conan the Barbarian style. What if Gandalf was an apprentice of Nessa? Then Sauron would be defeated in Bollywoodic dancing competition. What if Gandalf was Yavanna's follower? He'd mess Sauron's plan by changing Mordor ecosystem into dence forest biome. etc 😄

[@davidkeller9345]

Gandalf is associated with pity. A skill which he learned for Nienna. A skill that was put to the ultimate task where he worked to overthrow Sauron, and to not throw that Fool off of a Took of the nearest bridge.

[@LegaretoXIV]

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[@myriadmediamusings]

Ah that was the true test for Gandalf; NOT throwing the fool of a Took off the bridge. If he had, he wouldn’t have been brought back even if he did beat that balrog of Morgoth.

[@WillyFrapps]

I think Nienna is my favorite Valar. I love how her powers appear subtle and hard to truly grasp. Pity, a theme woven throughout LOTR, is such a powerful and simple virtue. I wish I could hear Nienna’s song and be overcome with beautiful tears.

[@grandpatzer]

Nienna is my favorite of all the Ainur. Her strength and her massive impact on the world did not come from overt acts of power, but through nurturing, healing, and giving hope in dark times. She softened the heart of Gandalf and turned him into the Champion of the small and weak. We all need Nienna once in a while.

[@SunnyLovetts]

Tolkien fan art is on another level 🤩 great content as always!

[@valentinkambushev4968]

There is a few drawings of every character, setting and scene. It's honestly very impressive.

[@alexafire8171]

@@valentinkambushev4968 yes the Fandom is so dedicated ❤️

[@myriadmediamusings]

I’d like to think that Fëanor is somewhere in the Halls of Mandos, pouting and stewing in his frustrations, while Nienna is that unswayed patient therapist that always tries to comfort him, no matter how much he ignores her.

[@mechadoggy]

If I recall, Feanor is prophesied to play a role in the Middle-Earth version of the End-Times

[@carvalhoemn]

"I will not say: do not weep; for not all tears are an evil." Says the guy whose wisdom came from the tears which brought the Sun and the Moon to life

[@zmeganz]

I’m so glad you posted this. My cat is named Nienna and when I say it’s from the world of middle earth people just stare blankly at me. Now I can just send them this video telling them all about her

[@donglerongle3109]

Reminds me of that Gandalf quote about it taking courage to know when to spare someone rather than to kill them.

[@aedanmoran5270]

"Many that live deserve death. And some that die deserve life. Can you give it to them? Then do not be too eager to deal out death in judgement." My favorite quote from the whole trilogy. The older I get, the heavier it becomes when I think about it and I realize how wise it is.

[@weirdfish09]

​@@aedanmoran5270I hate Amazon's Ring of Power for remaking that quote. They butchered Gandalf's speech, Tom Bombadil, and Nienna for that one scene.

[@midimusicforever]

It's easy to underrate Nienna's importance. But as you say, she influenced Gandalf in some key ways!

[@istari0]

There's a clear connection from what Olorin learned from Nienna and what he later told Frodo about having pity for Gollum, without which Gollum likely would have not been there to destroy the One Ring, albeit accidentally.

[@danielriley7380]

It’s debatable as to whether Gollum destroyed the Ring accidentally or if Iluvatar played a part in the matter. How it’s beyond debate that without first Bilbo’s, then Frodo’s mercy, Frodo wouldn’t even have made it as far as Mordor.

[@istari0]

@@danielriley7380 I simply mean that without Gollum being there, the Ring does not get destroyed and Gollum certainly did not do that intentionally. Whether Eru Ilúvatar gave him a tiny nudge or Gollum's falling in was a consequence of his breaking his oath to Frodo is another question.

[@ferdburgman818]

Undoubtedly you are familiar with appreciation and outright praise for your ability to not only summarize the events and relationships of Tolkien’s works, but to succinctly reflect on them and delve into their great depths. I have been a fan of your channel for quite some time now, but one of my outright favorite aspects of your videos has always been your closing “argument,” or final reflection on the topic at hand. Without exception, and without fail, I find these insightful and thought-provoking, and the perfect close to each video. Thank you so much for the work you do. It’s clear that you live and breathe these narratives, and you do a great service in the production of these videos.

[@DoomMomDot]

in our hard world, the example of Nienna's pity and patience is more important than ever.

[@1987Barista]

This is just beautiful. So glad I stumbled upon your channel this past year. Your work is such a tribute to the rich, beautiful depth of Tolkien's work and it has encouraged me to go deeper into it myself. (Reading the Beren & Luthien stand alone volume now. ) Keep up the great work!

[@DavidRoberts]

It was dropped by Tolkien, but in an earlier version Nienna was the sister of Manwë and, more crucially, Melko(r). This is why she takes his side when Melkor was begging for pardon, as this aspect was kept from this period in the development of the Legendarium. In later, again unused version, she gives a speech in support of Míriel, Finwë's dead first wife.

[@ritacaldasdasilva5474]

What an interesting character.... The fact that everyone can learn from Nienna even in real-life contexts and day to day life is truly beautiful

[@pendragon2012]

I love how learning more about the Valar help us understand Gandalf better! I wonder a bit too about Tolkien's Catholicism here as Mary is often referred to by various titles including "Lady of Sorrows" and how this might have influenced his discussion of female Valar.

[@valentinkambushev4968]

I feel like many of Tolkien's female characters have something from Mary in them.

[@Katharina_Lieblich]

Yes, I was thinking the exact same thing! There are definitely reflections of Our Lady of Sorrows here.

[@Katharina_Lieblich]

@@valentinkambushev4968 They absolutely do. Varda especially.

[@valentinkambushev4968]

@@Katharina_Lieblich and Galadriel.

[@benbrown8258]

@@valentinkambushev4968 I absolutely agree!

[@mathiasbrecke1957]

the "and Debbie" at the outro of every video during the patreon readings gets me everytime 🤣🤣🤣

[@DavidMacDowellBlue]

Remember also the Third Theme of Eru, which has at its heart pity and compassion and become a great unity in which we see perhaps the hope of Arda Un-marred. Methinks in Nienna is great redemptive power that has yet to see its full flowering.

[@MegaBrekky]

Thank you for this one. My favorite Vala without doubt. Much more could have been written about her, but in not writing much about her, Tolkien made her attributes all that more powerful and beautiful

[@innerpeace1979]

I already admired Tolkien's work, and that of the many artists he's inspired - drawing on the parallel one can establish between the author and Olorin/Gandalf, the value of compassion and sloth to judge certainly comes across as a common trait between them, and one of the few things JR would convey as a message or principle with his work. Just like James Cartwright said, your own work in diving deep and comprehensively into his writings and the world therein have brought an entire new level of appreciation for Tolkien, his work, worldbuilding and ponderation in the act of creation. Thank you so much for all your videos!

[@valentinkambushev4968]

Sometimes hitting hard is not the answer. Sometimes teaching "simple" lessons like pity and mercy can save the world. In a way, Nienna plays a bigger role than even Ulmo.

[@leminjapan]

Oh, I was really hoping for a video on Nienna after watching your Queens of the Valar video. This is awesome!

[@jedichandler13]

Nienna is personal my favorite of the valor. She seems to understand and care for the Children of iluvatar better than any other.

[@jtooker]

This is one of your best videos yet! Great job tying everything together: it really shows how well Tolkien wrought his universe.

[@RaineHoltz]

She was, is and will always be my favourite.

[@TheSilkSatinSultan]

I absolutely love in The Two Towers movie how Jackson puts in the theatrical film the scene where after Gandalf basically exorcises King Theoden from Saruman he shows his son Theodred has died in his mental/spritual absence at his to,b, but Gandalf also gives him words of encouragement to Theoden and shares his mourning.

[@TheSilkSatinSultan]

tomb*

[@rozemsama]

Amazing and emotive as always! Best Tolkien channel ever.

[@Jayjay-qe6um]

"Mightier than Este is Nienna, sister of the Feanturi; she dwells alone. She is acquainted with grief, and mourns for every wound that Arda has suffered in the marring of Melkor." -- The Silmarillion, "Valaquenta: Of the Valar"

[@shehansenanayaka3046]

We always appreciate your hard work and dedication towards these videos. Brilliant video.

[@federicaesu8580]

Thank you for this video about Nienna , lady of pity and consolation.

[@MiloMaksimovic]

Her work is essential in the circle of life.

[@luudest]

„Nienna“ never heard of her before! Nice!

[@VoiceoftheRings]

Amazing Video Matt! WoooW! I Love to see how it Affected Gandalf!

[@nickymaz05]

Another outstanding video. As a catholic I love seeing the spiritual parallels in Tolkien's works. Nienna is very much a type of the Blessed Virgin Mary as Our Lady of Sorrows. Her sorrow is key to wisdom and insight. Through her obedience is undone the rebellion of Eve and brings about the downfall of evil.

[@Katharina_Lieblich]

Absolutely! I also noticed the parallel to Our Lady of Sorrows.

[@28Pluto]

Christianity fails so hard.

[@nicholasmaddocks7545]

This is Nienna Who's Nienna? Nienna business Seriously though, she is one of the best of the valar

[@mikaeusbznd744]

Blessed be the sons and daughters of Nienna

[@jasons2023]

And Olórin aka Gandalf

[@scottc3165]

This is always outstanding. The artwork of Nienna's face is stunning. So is all the other artwork. I would love to know who the artist is, especially at :49 and 1:20. And also the one of Gandalf riding, I believe, Shadowfax.

[@scottc3165]

@@anni.68 Thank you!

[@guillermoyjuan7259]

Thanks for this content!! but please "don't be hasty". I love that your videos are longer than in other channels and your narrative it´s great so, keep doing slower pace. 🙏

[@donaldwatson7698]

A couple years back, I re-read the LotR trilogy, the first time in nearly 40 years, and for the first time I was struck by how powerful was the theme of pity having unexpected, beneficial consequences. While it is intrinsic to the story and unescapable (Frodo's sparing of Smeagol put Gollum in position to end Frodo's enchantment at Mt. Doom) I can only remember it being briefly mentioned overtly in the movies, " 'twas pity that stayed Bilbo's hand". I did not find it nearly as potent as in the books, nor were there as many references to it in the various heroic characters.

[@devinharwood6010]

Nienna is my absolute favorite in Tolkien’s writing. Great video.

[@MrReinderke]

Very nice work, as usual! But i think you forgot to place this in the 'years of the lamp / years of the trees' playlist :). Love your video's!

[@josehuertas6358]

I've been gone for a while... I am catching up with several videos, sad but beautiful story! Glad to be back!⚔️

[@yashenumulla4068]

I was waiting so long for a video on Nienna

[@johnmckinney5931]

She is an incredible character 💧

[@bertsverld6126]

Thanks for every episode, unboxing, you do. 🙂👍 It gives me Great calm, looking into this mysterious world.

[@michasalamon8315]

I always wondered about one thing. There was 8 Valar lords, but only 7 Valar ladies. So if each was supposed to be a pair, was Nienna supposed to marry Melkor, and Ulmo was supposed to be alone, or was Nienna supposed to marry Ulmo and her sadness that Melkor caused stopped it. There is also question what the F Ungoliant is supposed to be, altho I doubt Eru would ever create something like she. On the other hand, he did create Melkor so who knows.

[@roddo1955]

8 lords minus Melkor(who no longer counts among the Vala)leaves 7 lords.with 7 Queens. Ulmo is single. So is Nienna. Question; Who is Mandos paired with? Anyhoo Melkor to me is like the 'cypher'.the 0 that can't be divided, paired with or create. I like to think that Melkor is the mirror aspect of Eru's own creation aspect of 'ruler' and 'creator'. The one. Who is 1 number that can be devided, added on to, paired with to make 2 or more. From Eru comes everything. But through Melkor everything 'goes'. Where Eru's benevolent side allows the Vala to take control; Melkor is the one who holds on to it. Each aspect/Vala is solid. Has a clear purpose. Melkor does not. Melkor 'knows' everything but creates nothing. He only corrupts. Ungoliant is a manifestation of un-light. Where Eru's will literally lights the stars/lamps/trees and eventually the sun and moon, Ungoliant takes light and consumes it to her own ruin. Seems like a direct opposite manifestation of Eru's 'flame imperishable'. So to me Ungoliant wasn't a living being that was 'created'. She's a manifestation of Melkors' version of the flame imperishable. It always wants for more but ultimately consumes itself. I like to think that Ungoliant is Melkors' literal shadow and it creeps him out, seeing what it wroughs: it takes life, including his own. It's his own wrath that almost consumed him in the shape of a giant spider

[@sophiejones3554]

I don't think they were all supposed to be paired. Not everyone needs to be paired with someone else, and I like that that's represented among the Valar as well. Nienna has brothers, and that is all she needs. The question of whether Eru created Ungoliant is an interesting one. The elves who wrote the Silmarillion certainly seem to think the answer is "no", and yet if the Ainulindalë is taken at face value then the answer would have to be "yes". Eru made everything, and Ungoliant is definitely a something. But I also don't think it would be right to discount the elves' opinion here, given how wise some of them are. My favorite answer is that she was created from Melkor's thought. She is his lust for the Flame Imperishable. But I think that lust is just a twisted version of Eru's awareness that the Flame is with Him. As Frodo demonstrates in LotR, it's not a very big leap from "X is my responsbility" to "X is my birthright". Awareness of one's own power can easily turn into entitlement. That also handily explains why Ungoliant can overpower Melkor, such that he needs to be rescued by the balrogs. It's not really a conflict between two separate characters, but between the two parts of one character.

[@roddo1955]

@@sophiejones3554 yup thinking along those same lines

[@samtjman]

The theory I have heard is when Melkor caused the discord in the music, although he certainly had some control on the corruption he caused, he did not have full control. Thus, things like the Watcher in the Water, Ungoliant, and maybe even Tom Bombadil were born. Tom claims to be before the first dark lord, Morgoth. The only way that is possible is if either A he is Eru which I doubt as the council has good reason to believe Sauron could corrupt the land to eventually take him out, or B, he was somehow in Arda before the Valar arrived thus being oldest. Ungoliant may very well be a darker version of this as well as various spirits and monsters that Morgoth/Sauron could not tame. In terms of the pairing, something to note is both Mythological deities tend to have at least a few virgins. The Valar are basically being what if the supreme, true, and original God created a pantheon that was still under Him. Some may marry, some may not.

[@innosar1142]

Just got a daughter 5 days ago and named her Nienna 🥰

[@santiagoduenaspena4106]

This video helps to understand even more Gandalf, and why Cirdan gave him Narya, the ring of fire, which has the power to convey courage in others.

[@CybeleCotter]

„No beast so fierce but knows some touch of pity. But I know none, and therefore am no beast.“

[@TheCradM]

I’ve always loved Nienna and Gandalfs relationship, or how I’d imagine it anyway

[@ToxicPancake88]

Apologies if you’ve covered this already but any chance we can get a Dunland history video? Would love to know more on that topic! Great stuff as always

[@TarMody]

I think the importance of these hidden forces behind the scenes is not understood very well. Serving a deeper purpose and deeply grasping the theme of the Music of the Ainur, this Valie is of great importance to me.

[@jeffc4757]

Am I the only one that wants to give a shout out to Debbie? Been watching these videos for ages, and love at the end, reading through the patreon members, there is always Debbie at the end.

[@michaelkelleypoetry]

Nienna has always been one of my favorites of the Valar. My first favorite is Yavanna, but Nienna is a close second. Third is probably Aulë.

[@racernatorde5318]

Makes you wonder who inspired Tolkien to write her. He surely learned a great deal about pity in his life

[@kendrickfernandes3204]

I believe if you read a bit about the life and childhood of Tolkien, you will find the many figures who taught him the invaluable lessons of mercy and pity. Also not to forget that Tolkien was a devout Catholic ( a small aspect that many brush aside....).... The blessed mother (St. Mary, mother of Jesus) is particularly close to his heart. Hence, you will see nearly all the Queens of the Valar is modelled after Mary's many titles Nienna primarily by Our Lady's titles of: Our Lady of sorrows, Our Lady of good counsel, Comforter of the afflicted and Refuge of Sinners It's quite poignant how subtly more richer Tolkien's stories become if you factor in his faith in the reading

[@NoThatRyan]

I've got to imagine Tulkas will be coming soon. One of the few individuals Melkor actually feared.

[@JohnPeacekeeper]

It is no wonder that Gandalf is so approving of Bilbo's pity on Gollum, and why he believes that sparing him would lead to a good end

[@Ashkore11]

Can you do a detailed theory of what would have happened if Boromir was successful in forcibly taking the ring from Frodo? Like you did with Gandalf. It would be interesting to get your thoughts. The Ring would undoubtedly corrupt Boromir and lead to the ruin of Middle Earth, but it would be fun to explore because of the effects the Ring has on the bearer. It sort of amplifies the bearer's natural strengths, right? He is already renowned as a great warrior and leader of men, so imagine how he would be perceived carrying the One Ring. I wonder how he would bring Middle Earth's end.

[@roddo1955]

Interesting question! while we wait on Matt; what do you think would happen, knowing Boromir the way you perceive him? Do you think the Ring would corrupt Boromir in a significant way, unique to his character?

[@Ashkore11]

@@roddo1955 I think he would would kill Frodo and the rest of the Fellowship, being empowered by the Ring. Having great ambitions and goals to finally "save" Minas Tirith, he would return home to the trumpets, a hero again having collected such a powerful weapon. Men would flock to him from every corner of the world, despite the elves warnings. At first he would bring the fight to Sauron, achieving victory after victory, as Sauron would plan from the beginning. At the pinnacle of his conquest, he would become fully corrupt. Standing in the center of the greatest battle Middle Earth has ever fought, in victory again, he would declare himself for Sauron. The Ring's power completely corrupting his generals and commanders as well. Boromir, in his original quest to save humanity, instead delivered it to darkness completely.

[@roddo1955]

@@Ashkore11 you understand the nature of the ring and Boromirs' character very well. I think Matt and other readers/watchers will be in complete agreement with your take.

[@teleportedbreadfor3days]

Nienna is probably somebody who needs a hug more than anybody

[@istari0]

Other way round I think; she's more than willing to give a hug to anyone who needs it.

[@teleportedbreadfor3days]

@@istari0 Sometimes that means the other person might be happy to hear somebody ask them, instead, one day.

[@JennaRose957]

Nienna feels the most real 🥺❤️ and the one I relate most to.

[@stevenweller1673]

Gandalf, Frodo and the pity Gandalf channelled to him plays out hugely in the fate of the Fellowship, the War Of The Ring and how he dealt with Gollum...Nienna, through that wonderful old wizard reached out to touch the soul of Frodo, who responded as a great soul would and should. Pure pity and empathy can have it's costs yet in the end there is a comfort in the healing it, if one lets it can provide. Frodo kept his honor, his sanity and his ability to love even with what the dark bendings the Ring did to his being. Nienna's power...subtle yet very effective helped save the world... S.W..

[@valentinkambushev4968]

Why do I imagine Melkor and Nienna's relationship as Big Jack Horner and The Ethical bug's?

[@TheFictiveAstronaut]

Another awesome video!

[@onetwothreefour-s1n]

Very interesting video. You put out great content.

[@roddo1955]

When the Silmarillion was still available on youtube, i used to replay Nienna and Mandos' parts the most. There is such beauty in melancholy and grief. I like to think that the children of illuvatar are spared the worst because Niena takes on most of the grief for us. A bit like the christian parable of someone walking down the beach with god by their side looking back at their footprints and noticing that during the harshest times, there is only pair of footprints. 'God, why did you leave me alone when I needed you' And God answers; "those single footprints are mine; when things were tough; I carried you" I am an atheist but that doesn't mean that scripture is lost on me😁 anyway, it reminds me of Nienna because she gives voice and attention to the hurts we have to overcome while we live. So even in your darkest hour, at your most lonesome; someone is hearing you, Acknowledging your pain so that you can keep on living for a better tomorrow, while she does the weeping for you. Edit: You know when nobody talks to you in real life and you get excited because someone liked a post and replied on social media. Only to find out that it was a bot letting you know you won a cash price. Nobody liked your post and nobody replied to it. 🤣

[@noradosmith]

I liked this post :)

[@awakened_link1041]

I honestly love how Nienna still displayed pity and mercy for Morgoth, the first Dark Lord, even after all of the atrocities he committed in Arda over the millenia - especially considering he had absolutely no right to earn it. Really highlights the power and strength of those values.

[@jordans4827]

Second chance... second failure. I wonder if she still fought for him, after his slaughtering of countless elves and following his second capture, just as he was cast out into the timeless void. I wonder If she pleaded for Eru and Manwe not to do this. I wonder if she still desired his continual release, as Melkor yelled out he would gladly do it all again.

[@Spomirbe]

Great video, very interesting topic that isn't often explored! Just a small correction: it's Valië (feminine), not Vala (masculine). Keep up with beautiful videos like these!

[@primal1233]

Nienna is one of my most favorite Valar😎🤩

[@kalmarfanatic04]

The most underrated Valar had the biggest impact on Middle-Earth

[@NerdoftheRings]

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[@17Watman]

What a pity that Bilbo did not stab that vile creature, when he had a chance!' Pity? It was Pity that stayed his hand. Pity, and Mercy: not to strike without need. And he has been well rewarded, Frodo. Be sure that he took so little hurt from the evil, and escaped in the end, because he began his ownership of the Ring so. With Pity.

[@aleanapineda882]

I like to think one of the many reasons Mandos took pity on Luthien and gave her a second life was because he thought of Nienna, his sister. Probably not true, but its a nice thought hhaha

[@UrduFootball99]

I already knew a lot about Tulkas the valar but I really want to hear about him in your words🥺🥺

[@moistmike4150]

"The pity of Bilbo may rule the fate of many."

[@seankim1592]

So interesting how the Valar caused both bad and good things in Arda. Nienna vouched for Melkor, contributing to Morgoth's will tainting the essence of Middle Earth. Yet, her lessons is the reason why compassion is woven so beautifully in the world and Gandalf became the beloved wizard that we know him as today. That's why I can't outright call the Valar heartless and evil. They may be gods, but they are not GODS like Eru himself. They are almost human themselves - just like men are.

[@ImperatorPenguin]

"Just because I'm sad doesn't mean I've given up hope." -Wander

[@james9609]

She is, and always will be my favorite Valar.

[@kinocollect]

"Your father loves you, Faramir. He will remember it before the End..." ~ Gandalf the White

[@coconutcore]

“Pity? It was pity that stayed Bilbo’s hand.”

[@speedyjago]

It takes courage to forgive those who have done harm.

[@todd77777772000]

I'm curious as to the effects stabbing the witch king had on the mind and body sice it hurt the two people that stabbed/killed him.

[@johngatesart4533]

Thanks!

[@jayashinaparthiban1209]

Love your videos always 🥰🌺✨

[@dllps]

None created by Eru, great or small, have escaped or can escape the dominion of the Lady who dwells in the far West of the far West. And her influence on the World is deep, great and subtle.

[@benbrown8258]

Show me a game where pity and compassion are generating sales and it will be a game totally alien to the narrative we are comfortable with. I don't doubt Nienna developed based on Tolkien's perspective having seen not simply the fun of battle, but the reality of it and of everyday people caught up in the tediousness and painfulness of it. Who can imagine the cosmos changing power of compassion...? I wish I could imagine what Nienna told elves in the Halls of Mandos. The Aratar as presented in the Silmarillion feel like a spirituality reflective of Tolkien in a way that is hard for me to imagine.

[@hetalianotaku7103]

Hollow Knight

[@oliverforrest4488]

That is beautiful man.😢❤

[@hurin_thalion11]

pity is one of the main tenets of the lord of the rings

[@aki-ox5yf]

Please make a video on the making of sun and moon .

[@MrAdamerry]

I think nienna power over pity have some part play over when bilbo and frodo show pity on gollum. Maybe because of their pity the power of the one ring cannot show it's full power over them and made they resisted the power of the one ring for a long time without fell into the dark like gollum.

[@matthewcarlton5693]

top notch video

[@garrymoloney9570]

Wait weren’t they all created together by aluvatar, how are only some of them siblings

[@valentinkambushev4968]

🤷

[@istari0]

Because Eru Ilúvatar wanted it that way. It's not a satisfying answer but Tolkien never explained this sort of thing.

[@dianafailed8864]

Is it silly that I see nienna in myself ?

[@R2D2xC26]

Thank you......

[@Tallacus]

She can forgive Melkor but she should never forgive Payne and McClain and Amazon for ruining her world

[@keithtorgersen9664]

Who was the artist who created the very first picture displayed? She's very beautiful in that portrait.

[@ir8free]

If The Silmarillion was adapted, her house should be on the utmost west coast of Aman.