Category Archives: Marriage

Could a Dwarf Fall in Love with an Elf?

Posted on October 6, 2026 by The Dwarrow Scholar

Could a Dwarf fall in love with an Elf, Man or Hobbit? A closer look at what Tolkien tells us about Dwarven love, marriage, family, biology and relationships with other peoples. Continue reading →

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“Who’s the Bride ?” – Dwarven Marriage

Posted on April 11, 2013 by The Dwarrow Scholar

Updated: August 4th 2015 (Added DS Neo-Khuzdul translations) My thanks to Merrydew that gave me the idea to look into this topic almost a year ago. —– As we know Tolkien provides very little information with regard to the customs … Continue reading →

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