Song Of Durin

Eurielle's "Song Of Durin" is a hauntingly beautiful piece that delves into the rich lore of J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth, specifically focusing on the legendary Dwarven king, Durin. The song paints a vivid picture of Durin's reign, characterized by grandeur and splendor. The imagery of a carven throne, many-pillared halls of stone, and a golden roof with a silver floor evokes a sense of awe and majesty. The runes of power upon the door and the shining lamps of crystal hewn, undimmed by cloud or shade of night, symbolize the enduring legacy and the unyielding spirit of Durin's kingdom, which once shone fair and bright, untouched by the passage of time or the encroaching darkness.

However, the song takes a somber turn as it reflects on the present state of Durin's halls. The world is now grey, and the mountains are old, signifying the passage of time and the decline of Durin's once-great kingdom. The forge's fire is ashen-cold, and no harp is wrung, nor hammer falls, indicating the cessation of life and activity in the once-bustling halls. Darkness now dwells in Durin's halls, and a shadow lies upon his tomb in Moria, also known as Khazad-dûm. This shift from light to darkness underscores the theme of loss and decay, a common motif in Tolkien's works.

Despite the prevailing darkness, the song ends on a note of hope. The sunken stars still appear in the dark and windless Mirrormere, a mystical lake in Middle-earth. There, Durin's crown lies in the water deep, waiting for the day when Durin will wake again from sleep. This final image suggests a belief in the cyclical nature of time and the possibility of renewal and rebirth. It reflects the enduring hope that even in the face of great loss and darkness, there is always a glimmer of light and the promise of a new beginning.