Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Chapter 21 Quotes
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Chapter 21 Quotes
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Quote 1
"When you say 'master of Death' –," said Ron.
"Master," said Xenophilius, waving an airy hand. "Conqueror. Vanquisher. Whatever term you prefer." (21.37)
This idea of the "master of Death" follows upon the notion we saw alluded to on Lily and James's gravestone – the idea that one might somehow trump Death or have supremacy over it. And it's fitting that Harry, the heir of the Peverell brothers, should assume that rightful title in the end.
Quote 2
Xenophilius looked ghastly, a century old, his lips drawn back into a dreadful leer.
"They will be here any moment. I must save Luna. I cannot lose Luna. You must not leave." (21.85)
Xenophilius Lovegood here demonstrates the desperation of a distraught parent – he loves his daughter more than anything else, and is willing to turn Harry over (despite the fact that until now he's fully been on Harry's side) in order to ensure Luna's safe return.
Quote 3
"… the wand would be bound to attract trouble –."
"Only if you shouted about it," argued Ron. "Only if you were prat enough to go dancing around, waving it over your head, and singing, 'I've got an unbeatable wand, come and have a go if you think you're hard enough.' As long as you could keep your trap shut –."
"Yes, but could you keep your trap shut?" said Hermione, looking skeptical. (21.57)
Hermione brings up a good point here – one of the greatest dangers of having a ton of power is the temptation to brag about it and thus get yourself in more trouble than said power is worth.