Máhanaxar (Quenya, from Valarin Mâchananaškad) or the Ring of Doom was the place where the Valar gathered to hold their councils. It was located just outside the golden western gates of Valmar.

Within the circles of the Máhanaxar were the thrones of the Valar and this was the place where they passed judgment.

Here the Melkor was judged and sentenced for his evils. It was also where the great Ñoldorin elf Fëanor was judged for his deeds in Tirion and where he spoke to the Valar of his intentions, after the killing of his father at the hands of Melkor.

References Edit

• The Silmarillion pgs. 50, 52, 70, 78-9, 82, 85 & 98
• The Complete Guide to Middle-earth

External link Edit

• Máhanaxar at Tolkien Gateway