Wand Quote by J.K. Rowling
““Mr. Ollivander touched the lightning scar on Harry’s forehead with a long, white finger. “I’m sorry to say I sold the wand that did it,” he said softly. “Thirteen-and-a-half inches. Yew. Powerful wand, very powerful, and in the wrong hands … well, if I’d known what that wand was going out into the world to do.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling, 1997
A powerful object can become dangerous when misused, and its creator may regret its impact.
In simple terms: Powerful tools can be misused.
Consider the responsibility of creation.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- wizarding world
- selling magical items
- teaching youth about power
- preventing misuse
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you assess the risk of what you create?
- What safeguards can you put in place?
Even powerful objects can be neutralized by wise choices.