Mystic Thoughts Blog

The Lord of the Rings, a literary masterpiece by J.R.R. Tolkien, has captured the hearts and minds of countless readers since its publication. On the surface, it is a story of good versus evil, but upon closer inspection, one can find hidden connections to mystical practices, such as manifestation, the secret, law of attraction, and creative thought. In this article, we will delve into the hidden connections between the Lord of the Rings and these mystical practices, as well as examine the potential dangers they pose.

It is important to note that Tolkien’s Catholic faith may have influenced his writing, but it is uncertain to what degree. The story in Lord of the Rings has been interpreted as a loose Christian story, with its themes of good and evil. However, Tolkien’s Middle earth also bears striking resemblances to Gnostic stories and the desire to create without permission from God.

Sauron, the main antagonist in the series, is a prime example of the dangers of manifestation and the law of attraction. His relentless pursuit of the One Ring represents the very essence of these practices. Sauron’s desire for the ring is so strong that he pours all of himself into it, focusing his mind on finding it to re-manifest himself into physical form. His will moves the orcs and foul creatures that serve him, especially the Nazgul, that are the chief agents searching for the ring, trying to bring it back to Sauron.

Going further back into the lore of Tolkien’s Middle Earth, we find the Devil figure named Melkor or Morgoth, who at the start of creation by the God of Middle Earth (Iluvatar), instantly desires to be equal and attempts to create outside of the flow that Iluvatar leads and thus brings corruption into the newly formed world. This desire for the ability to create equal to Iluvitar is eerily like the Gnostic story of Sophia, who wanted to create as God did and was responsible for the creation of the fallen world, either directly or through her offspring, the Demiurge Yaldabaoth, who is responsible for the creation of the physical world in Gnostic lore.

The Hobbits, on the other hand, can resist the power of the ring, unlike other characters in the story. Their focus on home and hearth represents a more Biblical teaching of surrendering to the will of God, rather than forcibly trying to control and create through their thoughts and desires.

This exploration of the hidden connections between Lord of the Rings and the mystical practices of manifestation, the secret, law of attraction, and creative thought serves as a warning. It highlights the potential dangers of these practices, as well as the importance of surrendering to the flow of life, rather than trying to control and create through one’s own desires.

In conclusion, the Lord of the Rings serves as a thought-provoking exploration of the hidden connections between one of the greatest literary works of all time and the mystical practices of manifestation, the secret, and the law of attraction. While it may not have been Tolkien’s intention to incorporate these themes into his work, their presence serves as a valuable lesson and warning to those who seek to harness the power of their thoughts to mold and create by thought alone. It is up to the individual to decide whether these practices are lawful or not, but the Lord of the Rings provides a fascinating and cautionary tale for all to consider.