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Mandos speaks rarely but with great significance throughout "The Silmarillion." One momentous instance occurs during the awakening of the Elves at the shores of Cuiviénen. At this juncture, Mandos declares to the other Valar that the children of Ilúvatar will indeed come, but not yet. He also foretells their initial viewing of the stars, which would become a symbol of hope and light among the newly awakened beings.