The Aratar were also known as the Holy Ones of Arda, as well as The Eight and Máhani. They were the greatest of the Valar: Manwë Varda Ulmo Yavanna Aulë Mandos Nienna Oromë. Due to his rebellion, Melkor was removed from the order. EtymologyThe word Aratar means "The Exalted" in Quenta
The Aratar were also known as the Holy Ones of Arda, as well as The Eight and Máhani. They were the greatest of the Valar: Manwë Varda Ulmo Yavanna Aulë Mandos Nienna Oromë. Due to his rebellion, Melkor was removed from the order. EtymologyThe word Aratar means "The Exalted" in Quenta
