EPISODE · Jul 30, 2025 · 52 MIN
How Catholicism Shaped The Lord of the Rings w/ Joseph Pearce | Ep. 2
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How does J.R.R. Tolkien's Catholic faith shape his literary masterpiece, The Lord of the Rings?Today, Nick Capone talks with Joseph Pearce, an author, publisher, editor, and Tolkien expert, to discuss the profound influence of Tolkien’s Catholicism on his work. They explore Pearce’s personal journey into Tolkien’s universe, the creation of The Lord of the Rings as a cooperative act with divine will, and whether the story can be considered a Catholic work.---Discover More:Joseph Pearce’s Personal WebsiteJoseph Pearce on AmazonFollow & Support:LocalsInstagramTwitter/X
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How does J.R.R. Tolkien's Catholic faith shape his literary masterpiece, The Lord of the Rings?Today, Nick Capone talks with Joseph Pearce, an author, publisher, editor, and Tolkien expert, to discuss the profound influence of Tolkien’s Catholicism on his work. They explore Pearce’s personal journey into Tolkien’s universe, the creation of The Lord of the Rings as a cooperative act with divine will, and whether the story can be considered a Catholic work.---Discover More:Joseph Pearce’s Personal WebsiteJoseph Pearce on AmazonFollow & Support:LocalsInstagramTwitter/X
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