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  • Updated 8 October 2000
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Isil

A name for the Moon

A name given to the Moon in Valinor by the Vanyar or Light Elves. It is said to mean 'the Sheen'.


See also...

Isilya, Ithil, Rána, Silpion, The Sheen

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