The Council of Elrond
Howard Shore (feat. Enya) Lyrics

The first line of the song, "O mor henion i dhu", translates from Sindarin to "From darkness I understand the night". This line speaks to a deeper understanding that comes from experiencing darkness and trials. The second line, "Ely siriar, el sila", means "Dreams flow, a star shines". This line suggests a sense of hope and guidance that may come from the dreams or intuition that emerge during difficult times. The third line, "Ai! Aniron Undomiel", translates to "Ah! desire Evenstar". This phrase refers to Arwen, the Evenstar, and suggests a longing and desire for her presence and guidance, possibly as a source of light in the darkness.

The next two lines of the song build on the theme of stars and their enchanting power. "Tiro! El eria e mor" means "Look! A star rises out of the darkness", while "I 'lir en el luitha 'uren" translates to "The song of the star enchants my heart". These lines suggest a sense of wonder and awe at the natural world, and the possibility of finding solace and guidance in its beauty. The last line of the song, "Ai! Aniron", repeats the desire for Arwen's presence and guidance, while leaving the meaning of the song open to interpretation.