Dates

Established early in the history of Númenor (which was founded in II 32); abandoned on the accession of Ar-Gimilzór in II 3102; reinstated during the reign of Tar-Palantir (II 3177 - II 3255)

Location

The summit of the Meneltarma in the central regions of Númenor

Races

Men (also attended by three Eagles)

Division

Culture

Family

Led by members of the royal House of Elros

Pronunciation

eroolai'taleh ('ai' is pronounced like English 'eye')

Meaning

'Praise of Eru' (where Eru means 'the One')

Other names

Praise of Eru

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Erulaitalë

The midsummer prayer to Eru

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The Three Prayers on the Meneltarma

One of the three observances held on the summit of the Meneltarma each year in Númenor. The Erulaitalë was a festival of praise held at midsummer. As at the other two annual prayers, the Erukyermë and the Eruhantalë, a prayer of praise would be delivered by the King of Númenor, accompanied by a crowd of silent followers.

See also...

Erukyermë, Hallow of Eru, Holy Mountain, Prayer to Eru, Three Prayers

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