Beren and Lúthien

Beren and Lúthien is a central legend from J.R.R. Tolkien's legendarium, depicting a love story set in Middle-earth. Beren, a mortal man, falls in love with Lúthien, an elf princess, during a time of darkness and peril. Despite immense obstacles, including dangerous quests and the opposition of powerful beings, they undertake a daring mission to retrieve a silmaril, a sacred jewel, from the Dark Lord Morgoth. Their story symbolizes hope, sacrifice, and the blending of mortal and divine, highlighting the enduring power of love in the face of overwhelming odds.