Xenophilius Introduces the Deathly Hallows
Pages 405-406
Xenophilius Lovegood introduces Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger to the concept of the Deathly Hallows. He explains that the Hallows are three powerful magical objects that, when united, make their possessor the Master of Death. Xenophilius hints that few wizards believe in their existence, but claims that true believers seek them as part of a lifelong quest.