Albus Dumbledore Explains the Mirror of Erised to Harry
December 27, 1991
Pages 212-214
Pages 212-214
On Harry's third visit to the Mirror of Erised, he is caught by Albus Dumbledore, who explains that the mirror shows the deepest desires of a person's heart. He warns Harry not to dwell on dreams and reveals that the mirror will be moved to a new location. Albus Dumbledore cryptically answers Harry's question about what he sees in the mirror by saying he sees himself holding a pair of woolen socks.
Characters
Harry Potter Harry Sees His Family Again In The Mirror Of Erised And Learns Its Secrets
Lily Potter Harry Sees His Mother Smiling And Crying In The Mirror Of Erised
Ron Weasley Ron’s Desire For Recognition Is Revealed Through The Mirror Of Erised
Albus Dumbledore Dumbledore Explains The True Nature Of The Mirror Of Erised To Harry
James Potter Harry Sees His Father Smiling At Him In The Mirror Of Erised
Peter Pettigrew (Scabbers) Scabbers Is Pushed Off Harry’s Pillow As He Reflects On Dumbledore’s Words
Locations
Mirror of Erised Room The Mirror Room Becomes The Setting For Harry And Dumbledore’s Conversation
Connections
Dumbledore and His Family Dumbledore Hints At Seeing Something Personal In The Mirror Of Erised
Harry and His Parents Harry’s Longing For His Family Is Central To His Experience With The Mirror
Magic
Disillusionment Charm Dumbledore Mentions His Ability To Become Invisible Without A Cloak
Things
Head Boy Ron Sees Himself As Head Boy In The Mirror Of Erised
Mirror of Erised The Mirror Reveals The Deepest Desires Of Those Who Look Into It
