The Creation of the Dwarves by Aulë

Among all the peoples of Middle-earth, none are as stubborn, secretive, and enduring as the Dwarves. But unlike Elves and Men, who awoke at the time ordained by Eru Ilúvatar, the Dwarves were not part of the original plan.

Instead, they were shaped in secret by one of the Valar Aulë the Smith, master of craft and creation. Their birth was an act of love,…