What did Gandalf look like before he came to Middle Earth?

Gandalf is received by Cirdan Olórin, like the other Wizards, took the shape of an old man. He was robed in grey and went about as a wanderer and counsellor.

Does Gandalf choose to look old?

So yes, Gandalf used to appear young. However, when he was incarnated into mortal flesh as an Istar, he appeared “… old but vigorous …”.

Why did Gandalf take the form of an old man?

As one of the Maiar, Gandalf was not a mortal Man but an angelic being who had taken human form. Along with the other Maiar who entered into the world as the five Wizards, he took on the specific form of an aged old man as a sign of his humility.

Who wrote all who wander are not lost?

J.R.R. Tolkien
J.R.R. Tolkien – The Fellowship of The Ring l we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.” “Not all those who wander are lost.”

Is Gandalf the GREY the same as Gandalf the White?

Originally Answered: Are Gandalf the GREY and white the same person? Yes. Gandalf the white is the same person as Gandalf the Grey. It’s simply that after dying to defeat the Balrog, a divine authority sent his soul back to the living world, and granted him further strength and authority.

Why is Gandalf the White Different?

It was that resurrection that Gandalf transformed from Gandalf the Grey to Gandalf the White. By taking his title, Gandalf became the leader of the wizards and was given authority to punish Saruman. Another difference is that Gandalf the White could be harsher and applied his powers more readily.

Is Gandalf’s character in The Lord of the Rings an allegory?

The intentions of Tolkien certainly point in the direction of an allegorical reference of Gandalf’s character in The Lord of the Rings to that of Jesus Christ in the Bible.

Can Gandalf be compared to Jesus Christ?

In Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings, the wizard Gandalf can be compared to Jesus Christ through the mortal form he was sent in to Middle-Earth, through his death and resurrection, and his ability to only guide the people in their quest to destroy the One Ring and not actually do the job for them.

What happened to Gandalf after he fell?

Gandalf fell and has returned and is with us. “And Gandalf said: “This is your realm, and the heart of the greater realm that shall be. The Third Age of the world is ended, and the new age is begun; and it is your task to order its beginning and to preserve what must be preserved.

How would you describe Gandalf’s appearance?

In his work Unfinished Tales, Tolkien adds a little more regarding Gandalf’s physical description, saying that he “seemed the least, less tall than the others, and in looks more aged, grey-haired and grey-clad, and leaning on a staff.” But, since Gandalf chose his own form for his sojourn through Middle-earth, he clearly had his reasons!