J.R.R. Tolkien's Secret Life 📖

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Unveiling a surprising fact about J.R.R. Tolkien: before he became a renowned author, he served as a codebreaker during World War I. His skills in linguistics were so advanced, he was even approached to join the Government Code and Cypher School during World War II, which later became the famous Bletchley Park.

Did you know J.R.R. Tolkien, famed for 'The Lord of the Rings', was also a gifted linguist? He could read and write in over a dozen languages, including Old Norse and Gothic, fueling his creation of Elvish languages in his books. His linguistic prowess was not just a hobby but a cornerstone of his literary creations.

In a little-known chapter of his life, J.R.R. Tolkien was once approached by the Vatican for an extraordinary task: to translate the Book of Jonah for the Jerusalem Bible, a new English edition of the Holy Scriptures. His deep knowledge of ancient languages and devout Catholic faith made him a prime candidate for this honor. Tolkien's translation of the Book of Jonah is a testament to his linguistic expertise and his significant, yet often overlooked, contribution to religious scholarship.

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