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Moreover, Auli disobeyed one of the key edicts of Eru Iluvatar, the creator deity in the Tolkien mythos, which prohibited the Valar from creating sentient life. This breach led to the creation of the Dwarves, highlighting Auli’s desire to forge ahead in his creative endeavours despite the potential consequences.
Yet, Auli stands apart from other problematic figures in Tolkien's work, such as Melkor, who similarly pursued creation but did so out of jealousy and malice. When confronted with his missteps, Auli demonstrated humility, seeking forgiveness and attempting to amend his errors.