The Elessar

Enerdhil was an expert jewel maker who lived in Gondolin. He was the greatest jewel-smith after Fëanor,who made the Silmarils, died. He loved things that grew and seeing the sunlight through them which led to his forging of a green jewel that contained the sun's light: the Elessar. This he gave to Idril who wore it always around her neck. And thus it was saved from the sack of Gondolin.

When Tuor and Idril to sailed away from Middle-earth she gave the Elessar to their son, Eärendil. It was said that all who possessed it could bring healing. And during his time among the refugees he brought much healing to those hurt from battle and journey. He later wore it during his journey's as it held special meaning to him: "...his first memory of Middle-earth was the green stone above her breast, as she sang above his cradle while Gondolin was still in flower" (p. 249, Unfinished Tales). The Elessar would leave Middle-earth when Eärendil did.

Nice touching peace about the bond of mother and son. Perhaps this should be a required Tolkien read on Mother's day. 

Middle-earth timeline: First Age, circa 525

Today's reading comes from: Unfinished Tales, pages 248-249