Kristen dygdetik och Nordisk mytologi i Bilbo – En hobbits äventyr

The works of J.R.R. Tolkien have been analysed through a Christian perspective claiming Christian influences numerous times. Additionally, Tolkien was inspired by Norse Mythology in his works. However, his first novel, The Hobbit, has often been overlooked. This essay has therefore analysed the main characters of The Hobbit in order to determine whether his influences were mainly from Christian Theology or Norse Mythology. This has been done through the use of Archetypal Criticism. Specifically, the vices of greed and pride has been set as the foundational archetypes of the research. The results show that Norse Mythology is the major influence of the characters.