Board Thread:General Mod Discussion/@comment-26322120-20151231185738/@comment-26172435-20160114123005

Sinthoniel wrote: I found another good explanation:

To Iluvatar, the world is like a symphony. The clash between good and evil gives meaning and enriches that symphony. The world isn’t meant to be a place where everything goes in only one direction; it would have no meaning. That is why good and evil are so necessary to the fulfilment the Song. In other words, there can't be an epic battle with only one side. Aye. The best musical and cinematic compositions both touch and disquiet you, leaving you with a slightly discomfortable feeling of content.