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Moon Quote by JRR Tolkien

“On silver necklaces they strung The flowering stars, on crowns they hung The dragon-fire, in twisted wire They meshed the light of moon and sun.” quote by JRR Tolkien
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“On silver necklaces they strung The flowering stars, on crowns they hung The dragon-fire, in twisted wire They meshed the light of moon and sun.”

JRR Tolkien

About This Quote

Source Poem: The Lord of the Rings (Appendix), 1954

The verse describes ornate jewelry that captures celestial and elemental light, symbolizing beauty and power intertwined with nature.

In simple terms: Jewelry described as holding star and fire light.

Key Takeaway

Appreciate the wonder in crafted objects.

Themes

beauty myth nature craftsmanship

Mood

awe inspired

Type

poetic descriptive

When to use this quote

  • fashion design
  • fantasy world‑building
  • ceremonial regalia

Key Concepts

symbolism light alchemy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does the light represent to you?
  • How do such images affect your view of art?
A Different Perspective

The metaphor may obscure practical meanings of such adornments.

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