Harry Quote by J.K. Rowling
““What’s up, Albert?” said the same balding wizard who had followed Harry out of the fireplace earlier. He looked nervous. “This lot need to leave before you seal the exits,” said Harry with all the authority he could muster. The group of wizards in front of him looked at one another. “We’ve been told to seal all exits and not let anyone--” “ Are you contradicting me ?” Harry blustered. “Would you like me to have your family tree examined, like I had Dirk Cresswell’s?” “Sorry!” gasped the balding wizard, backing away. “I didn’t mean nothing, Albert, but I thought…I thought they were in for questioning and…” “Their blood is pure,” said Harry, and his deep voice echoed impressively through the hall. “Purer than many of yours, I daresay. Off you go,” he boomed to the Muggle-borns, who scurried forward into the fireplaces and began to vanish in pairs.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, J.K. Rowling, 2007
Harry asserts authority to protect the pure‑blood ideology, demanding Muggle‑borns leave under threat of violence.
In simple terms: Harry forces Muggle‑borns out, claiming purity.
Key Takeaway
Stand against prejudice and protect the vulnerable.
Themes
prejudice
authority
purity
conflict
Mood
tense
authoritative
Type
dramatic
dialogue
When to use this quote
- wizarding war
- school evacuation
- magical confrontation
Key Concepts
bloodline
power dynamics
magical law
Questions to Reflect On
- How does fear of impurity drive cruelty?
- What responsibility do leaders have to protect all?
A Different Perspective
The line between protection and oppression blurs when power is misused.
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