Andrew introduces Patrick to the “Tale of Years," a 6000 year chronology that Tolkien placed as an Appendix to his epic, and the idea that each Age is defined by a dominant conflict. They then turn to Elrond, who has made Rivendell into a place of rest and healing, feasting and contemplation, from which comes wisdom and authority.

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