I understand that Wizards wield magic, and I understand that Rings of Power were magic gave magic to the bearers. However, I do not recall anything about Celebrimbor having magic to put in the Rings in the first place. I know that Sauron is a Maia, and he could have put magic in his Ring, but my question is; did the dwarves and elves tap into magic whenever they wanted? or were there only certain members able? The dwarves were able to make magic toys and instruments (and probably other things). Was it perhaps an object that imbued magic? I've never heard of a character with magic (except the Valar, Maiar, or Ring-Bearer); so where did it come from?
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Elves seemed to have power inherent to them. Their powers seemed to be tied to the natural world. Elven (and Dwarven) smiths had the ability to imbue items with that kind of power.
I've just read Beren and Luthien; Tinuviel can use spells, as can her mother. Maybe anyone who knows the spell can use it? What do you mean "tied to the natural world"?
Elf magic seems to concerned itself with healing, words of power, creating items, and the forces of nature. Not all elves seem to be able to do that; perhaps the Noldor are more adept with it because of their contact with the Valar. Finrod and Galadriel at least knew certain words of power. Luthien was half-Maia, so enchantment naturally came to her.
Keep in mind these abilities are natural for them, so they don't necessarily see their abilities as magical. Other races do not have this ability naturally, except for the dwarves' talent for crafting. Men can become sorcerers, but that means turning to the Powers of Darkness.
That answers my question alittle more. Thanks!
I just found this video on magic in Middle-earth:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OgXHynv1bQ8