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{{quote|That is a fair lord and a great captain of men. If Gondor has such men still in these days of fading, great must have been its glory in the days of its rising.|[[Legolas]], ''[[The Last Debate]]''}}
{{quote|That is a fair lord and a great captain of men. If Gondor has such men still in these days of fading, great must have been its glory in the days of its rising.|[[Legolas]], ''[[The Last Debate]]''}}
'''Imrahil''' was the twenty-second [[Prince of Dol Amroth]]. He was the son of [[Adrahil II]] He had two older sisters, [[Ivriniel]] and [[Finduilas of Dol Amroth|Finduilas]]. After his father's death, he became Prince in [[Third Age 3010|T.A. 3010]]. Imrahil had four children:  [[Elphir]], [[Erchirion]], [[Amrothos]] and [[Lothíriel]]<sup>[[#References|1]]</sup>.  
'''Imrahil''' was the twenty-second [[Prince of Dol Amroth]].  


==War of the Ring==
==History==
During the [[War of the Ring]], Imrahil came to the aid of his [[Denethor II|brother-in-law]]. On March 9, [[Third Age 3019|T.A. 3019]], he came into [[Minas Tirith]]:
===Early life===
Imrahil was the son of [[Adrahil II]]. He had two older sisters, [[Ivriniel]] and [[Finduilas of Dol Amroth|Finduilas]]. After his father's death, he became Prince in [[Third Age 3010|T.A. 3010]]. Imrahil had four children:  [[Elphir]], [[Erchirion]], [[Amrothos]] and [[Lothíriel]].<ref name="Elendil">{{PM|Elendil}}</ref>
===War of the Ring===
During the [[War of the Ring]], Imrahil came to the aid of his [[Denethor II|brother-in-law]]. On [[March 9]], [[Third Age 3019|T.A. 3019]], he came into [[Minas Tirith]] with a company of knights and seven hundred soldiers.<ref name="MT">{{RK|MT}}</ref>


<blockquote>''And last and proudest, Imrahil, Prince of Dol Amroth, kinsman of the Lord, with gilded banners bearing his token of the Ship and the Silver Swan, and a company of knights in full harness riding grey horses; behind them seven hundreds of men at arms, tall as lords, grey-eyed, dark-haired, singing as they came.''<sup>[[#References|2]]</sup></blockquote>
On [[March 13]], as [[Southrons]] harrassed [[Faramir]], Imrahil and his knights, with [[Gandalf|Mithrandir]], formed a sortie, and Imrahil himself saved his sister-son from his pursuers. Faramir received a poisonous wound, and Denethor fell to madness. Being the highest ranking officer [[Gondor]] fit for battle, Imrahil took command, and quickly passed it on to Mithrandir.


On March 13, as [[Southrons]] harrassed [[Faramir]], Imrahil and his knights, with [[Gandalf|Mithrandir]], formed a sortie, and Imrahil himself saved his sister-son from his pursuers. Faramir received a poisonous wound, and Denethor fell to madness. Being the highest ranking officer [[Gondor]] fit for battle, Imrahil took command, and quickly passed it on to Mithrandir.  
Two days later, the [[Battle of Pelennor Fields]] raged before the city. Imrahil ventured outside the city, and witnessed the funeral procession of [[Théoden]]. He recognized that [[Éowyn]] still lived (though she lie an inch from death), and sent her to the [[Houses of Healing]].  
 
On March 15, Imrahil ventured outside the city, and witnessed the funeral procession of [[Théoden]]. He recognized that [[Éowyn]] still lived (though she lie an inch from death), and sent her to the [[Houses of Healing]].  


Because [[Éomer]] and his riders were outnumbered, Imrahil rode into battle, together with [[Húrin the Tall]], [[Forlong|Forlong of Lossarnach]] and [[Hirluin|Hirluin the Fair]], and they were soon joined by [[Aragorn]] who landed at [[Harlond in Gondor|Harlond]]. Imrahil continued East, driving the frightened [[Variags]] and [[orcs]] away.  
Because [[Éomer]] and his riders were outnumbered, Imrahil rode into battle, together with [[Húrin the Tall]], [[Forlong|Forlong of Lossarnach]] and [[Hirluin|Hirluin the Fair]], and they were soon joined by [[Aragorn]] who landed at [[Harlond in Gondor|Harlond]]. Imrahil continued East, driving the frightened [[Variags]] and [[orcs]] away.  


{{Pronounce|Imrahil.mp3|Ardamir}}Imrahil survived the battle unscathed, and together with Éomer and Aragorn he came to the gates of Minas Tirith <sup>[[#References|3]]</sup>. Imrahil recognized that Aragorn was the rightful King, but he agreed that it was wise for Aragorn to wait to enter the city, because he knew Denethor was strong-willed and proud.  
Imrahil survived the battle unscathed, and together with Éomer and Aragorn he came to the gates of Minas Tirith.<ref name="Battle">{{RK|Battle}}</ref> Imrahil recognized that Aragorn was the rightful King, but he agreed that it was wise for Aragorn to wait to enter the city, because he knew Denethor was strong-willed and proud.  


When Imrahil learned that Denethor was dead and Faramir dying, he suggested that Aragorn be summoned, remembering that the Kings of old were great healers. Aragorn came at Gandalf's request to heal the wounded Faramir, Éowyn and [[Meriadoc Brandybuck|Merry]], but he declared that Prince Imrahil should rule the City until Faramir awoke, in effect granting Imrahil the position of Steward.
When Imrahil learned that Denethor was dead and Faramir dying, he suggested that Aragorn be summoned, remembering that the Kings of old were great healers. Aragorn came at Gandalf's request to heal the wounded Faramir, Éowyn and [[Meriadoc Brandybuck|Merry]], but he declared that Prince Imrahil should rule the City until Faramir awoke, in effect granting Imrahil the position of Steward.


During the debate of the Captains of the West, Gandalf proposed that they march to the [[Morannon]] to distract Sauron's attention from [[Frodo Baggins|Frodo]] the Ring-bearer. Imrahil said that he would follow his liege Aragorn, but since Minas Tirith was under his command the Prince advised that some should remain to defend the City. In the end it was decided that an army of 7,000 would ride forth. Imrahil laughed and said:
During the debate of the Captains of the West, Gandalf proposed that they march to the [[Morannon]] to distract Sauron's attention from [[Frodo Baggins|Frodo]] the Ring-bearer. Imrahil said that he would follow his liege Aragorn, but since Minas Tirith was under his command the Prince advised that some should remain to defend the City. In the end it was decided that an army of 7,000 would ride forth. Imrahil laughed at the thought.<ref>{{RK|Debate}}</ref>
<blockquote>''"Surely this is the greatest jest in all the history of Gondor: that we should ride with seven thousands, scarce as many as the vanguard of its army in the days of its power, to assail the mountains and the impenetrable gate of the Black Land! So might a child threaten a mail-clad knight with a bow of string and green willow!"'' <sup>[[#References|4]]</sup></blockquote>


The Host of the West left Minas Tirith on March 18. Bypassing [[Minas Morgul]] and marching North, the heralds announced the coming of King Elessar at Imrahil's advice. When Sauron's forces emerged from the Black Gate on March 25, Imrahil stood on the front line with his men. They fought the [[Battle of the Morannon]] until the [[One Ring]] was destroyed.  
The Host of the West left Minas Tirith on [[March 18]]. Bypassing [[Minas Morgul]] and marching North, the heralds announced the coming of King Elessar at Imrahil's advice. When Sauron's forces emerged from the Black Gate on March 25, Imrahil stood on the front line with his men. They fought the [[Battle of the Morannon]] until the [[One Ring]] was destroyed.  


Prince Imrahil was present at the celebrations of the field of Cormallen, and the coronation of Aragorn as King Elessar, and rode with the funeral procession of King Théoden to Rohan, remaining in [[Edoras]] after the King's burial on August 10. Imrahil and Éomer became great friends, and in [[Fourth Age 2|Fo. A. 2]] Éomer wed Imrahil's daughter [[Lothíriel]]<sup>[[#References|5]]</sup>.
Prince Imrahil was present at the celebrations of the field of Cormallen, and the coronation of Aragorn as King Elessar, and rode with the funeral procession of King Théoden to Rohan, remaining in [[Edoras]] after the King's burial on August 10. Imrahil and Éomer became great friends, and in [[Fourth Age 2|Fo. A. 2]] Éomer wed Imrahil's daughter [[Lothíriel]].<ref>{{App|A}}</ref>


==Later life==
===Later life===
After the War of the Ring, Prince Imrahil and his nephew Faramir, [[Prince of Ithilien]], were King Elessar's chief commanders. Imrahil was also part of the Great Council of Gondor, and remained an advisor of the King<sup>[[#References|6]]</sup>.
After the War of the Ring, Prince Imrahil and his nephew Faramir, [[Prince of Ithilien]], were King Elessar's chief commanders. Imrahil was also part of the Great Council of Gondor, and remained an advisor of the King.<ref>{{L|244}}</ref>


Prince Imrahil died in the year 34 of the [[Fourth Age]], and was succeed by his eldest son [[Elphir]], who continued the line of Princes.  
Prince Imrahil died in the year 34 of the [[Fourth Age]], and was succeed by his eldest son [[Elphir]], who continued the line of Princes.<ref name="Elendil"/>


==Etymology==
==Etymology==
The name Imrahil is said to be of [[Adûnaic|Númenorean]] origin<ref>{{HM|AE}}</ref>.
The name Imrahil is said to be of [[Adûnaic|Númenorean]] origin,<ref>{{App|E}}</ref> though its exact meaning is uncertain.
 
The second element ''-hil'' (also seen in the name ''[[Adrahil (disambiguation)|Adrahil]]'') perhaps is related to the [[Westron]] ending ''-kil'' (cf. ''[[banakil]], [[Tarkil]]'') meaning possibly "person" or "man", and perhaps ultimately related to Elvish "follower, heir" (([[KHIL]]).


[[Carl F. Hostetter]] and [[Patrick H. Wynne]] have proposed as a possible meaning "Heir of [[Imrazôr]]"<ref>[[Vinyar Tengwar 25]]</ref>, but the validity of this guess is low.
The second element ''-hil'' (also seen in the name ''[[Adrahil (disambiguation)|Adrahil]]'') perhaps is related to the [[Westron]] ending ''-kil'' (cf. ''[[banakil]], [[Tarkil]]'') meaning possibly "person" or "man", and perhaps ultimately related to Elvish "follower, heir" ([[KHIL]]).


==Portrayal in adaptations==
[[Carl F. Hostetter]] and [[Patrick H. Wynne]] have proposed as a possible meaning "Heir of [[Imrazôr]]"<ref>[[Carl F. Hostetter]], [[Patrick Wynne]], "An Adunaic Dictionary", published in ''[[Vinyar Tengwar 25]]'' (September [[1992]])</ref>, but the validity of this guess is low.
Both the [[Rankin/Bass' The Return of the King|Rankin/Bass]] and the [[The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King|Peter Jackson]] movies left out the character of Imrahil. Peter Jackson replaced him with a fringe character, [[Irolas]].


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[:Category:Images of Imrahil|Images of Imrahil]]
* [[:Category:Images of Imrahil|Images of Imrahil]]


==References==
{{References}}
# ''[[The Peoples of Middle-earth]]'', ''[[The Heirs of Elendil]]''
# ''[[The Return of the King]]'', ''[[Minas Tirith (chapter)|Minas Tirith]]''
# ''[[The Return of the King]]'', ''[[The Battle of the Pelennor Fields]]''
# ''[[The Return of the King]]'', ''[[The Last Debate]]''
# ''[[Appendix A]]''
# ''[[The Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien]], ''[[Letter 244]]''
# ''[[Appendix E]]''
# ''[[Vinyar Tengwar 25]], page 17.


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  |prev=[[Adrahil II]]
  |prev=[[Adrahil II]]
  |next=[[Elphir]]
  |next=[[Elphir]]
  |list=22nd [[Prince of Dol Amroth]]<br />[[Third Age 3010]]&ndash;[[Fourth Age 34]]
  |list=22nd [[Prince of Dol Amroth]]<br />{{TA|3010}} - {{FoA|34}}
}}
}}



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Imrahil
Gondorian
John Howe - Prince Imrahil.jpg
Biographical Information
PositionPrince of Dol Amroth
BirthT.A. 2955
RuleT.A. 3010 - Fo.A. 34
DeathFo.A. 34
Family
ParentageAdrahil II
ChildrenElphir, Erchirion, Amrothos and Lothíriel
Physical Description
GenderMale
GalleryImages of Imrahil
"That is a fair lord and a great captain of men. If Gondor has such men still in these days of fading, great must have been its glory in the days of its rising."
Legolas, The Last Debate

Imrahil was the twenty-second Prince of Dol Amroth.

History

Early life

Imrahil was the son of Adrahil II. He had two older sisters, Ivriniel and Finduilas. After his father's death, he became Prince in T.A. 3010. Imrahil had four children: Elphir, Erchirion, Amrothos and Lothíriel.[1]

War of the Ring

During the War of the Ring, Imrahil came to the aid of his brother-in-law. On March 9, T.A. 3019, he came into Minas Tirith with a company of knights and seven hundred soldiers.[2]

On March 13, as Southrons harrassed Faramir, Imrahil and his knights, with Mithrandir, formed a sortie, and Imrahil himself saved his sister-son from his pursuers. Faramir received a poisonous wound, and Denethor fell to madness. Being the highest ranking officer Gondor fit for battle, Imrahil took command, and quickly passed it on to Mithrandir.

Two days later, the Battle of Pelennor Fields raged before the city. Imrahil ventured outside the city, and witnessed the funeral procession of Théoden. He recognized that Éowyn still lived (though she lie an inch from death), and sent her to the Houses of Healing.

Because Éomer and his riders were outnumbered, Imrahil rode into battle, together with Húrin the Tall, Forlong of Lossarnach and Hirluin the Fair, and they were soon joined by Aragorn who landed at Harlond. Imrahil continued East, driving the frightened Variags and orcs away.

Imrahil survived the battle unscathed, and together with Éomer and Aragorn he came to the gates of Minas Tirith.[3] Imrahil recognized that Aragorn was the rightful King, but he agreed that it was wise for Aragorn to wait to enter the city, because he knew Denethor was strong-willed and proud.

When Imrahil learned that Denethor was dead and Faramir dying, he suggested that Aragorn be summoned, remembering that the Kings of old were great healers. Aragorn came at Gandalf's request to heal the wounded Faramir, Éowyn and Merry, but he declared that Prince Imrahil should rule the City until Faramir awoke, in effect granting Imrahil the position of Steward.

During the debate of the Captains of the West, Gandalf proposed that they march to the Morannon to distract Sauron's attention from Frodo the Ring-bearer. Imrahil said that he would follow his liege Aragorn, but since Minas Tirith was under his command the Prince advised that some should remain to defend the City. In the end it was decided that an army of 7,000 would ride forth. Imrahil laughed at the thought.[4]

The Host of the West left Minas Tirith on March 18. Bypassing Minas Morgul and marching North, the heralds announced the coming of King Elessar at Imrahil's advice. When Sauron's forces emerged from the Black Gate on March 25, Imrahil stood on the front line with his men. They fought the Battle of the Morannon until the One Ring was destroyed.

Prince Imrahil was present at the celebrations of the field of Cormallen, and the coronation of Aragorn as King Elessar, and rode with the funeral procession of King Théoden to Rohan, remaining in Edoras after the King's burial on August 10. Imrahil and Éomer became great friends, and in Fo. A. 2 Éomer wed Imrahil's daughter Lothíriel.[5]

Later life

After the War of the Ring, Prince Imrahil and his nephew Faramir, Prince of Ithilien, were King Elessar's chief commanders. Imrahil was also part of the Great Council of Gondor, and remained an advisor of the King.[6]

Prince Imrahil died in the year 34 of the Fourth Age, and was succeed by his eldest son Elphir, who continued the line of Princes.[1]

Etymology

The name Imrahil is said to be of Númenorean origin,[7] though its exact meaning is uncertain.

The second element -hil (also seen in the name Adrahil) perhaps is related to the Westron ending -kil (cf. banakil, Tarkil) meaning possibly "person" or "man", and perhaps ultimately related to Elvish "follower, heir" (KHIL).

Carl F. Hostetter and Patrick H. Wynne have proposed as a possible meaning "Heir of Imrazôr"[8], but the validity of this guess is low.

See Also

References

Preceded by:
Adrahil II
22nd Prince of Dol Amroth
T.A. 3010 - Fo.A. 34
Followed by:
Elphir