Harry and His Parents
Events [6]
Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone [B1]
The Mirror of Erised [B1-C12]
209-210
Harry Feels A Deep Desire To See His Parents Once More
Harry brings Ron to see the Mirror of Erised, where Ron sees himself as Head Boy and Quidditch captain. The boys argue over whose turn it is to use the mirror before being interrupted by Mrs. Norris, prompting a hasty retreat.
Harry brings Ron to see the Mirror of Erised, where Ron sees himself as Head Boy and Quidditch captain. The boys argue over whose turn it is to use the mirror before being interrupted by Mrs. Norris, prompting a hasty retreat.
210-211
Harry Feels Joy Seeing His Parents Smiling At Him
Ron looks into the Mirror of Erised and sees his deepest desires: himself as Head Boy, Quidditch captain, and holder of the House Cup. Harry’s desire to see his parents again clashes with Ron’s vision of personal success, leading to tension between the friends.
Ron looks into the Mirror of Erised and sees his deepest desires: himself as Head Boy, Quidditch captain, and holder of the House Cup. Harry’s desire to see his parents again clashes with Ron’s vision of personal success, leading to tension between the friends.
211-212
Harry Is Fixated On Reuniting With His Parents In The Mirror
Concerned about the risks of being caught, Ron tries to dissuade Harry from returning to the Mirror of Erised. Despite Ron’s warnings, Harry remains determined to see his parents again, brushing off his friend’s concerns.
Concerned about the risks of being caught, Ron tries to dissuade Harry from returning to the Mirror of Erised. Despite Ron’s warnings, Harry remains determined to see his parents again, brushing off his friend’s concerns.
212-214
Harry’s Longing For His Family Is Central To His Experience With The Mirror
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.
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.
Nicolas Flamel [B1-C13]
215-215
Harry’s Nightmares Reflect His Deep Longing For His Lost Family
After Dumbledore advises Harry to avoid the Mirror of Erised, Harry decides to leave the Invisibility Cloak in his trunk. Haunted by nightmares of his parents’ death, Harry struggles to move past the allure of the mirror. Hermione returns and scolds him for sneaking around, lamenting his failure to uncover Nicolas Flamel’s identity.
After Dumbledore advises Harry to avoid the Mirror of Erised, Harry decides to leave the Invisibility Cloak in his trunk. Haunted by nightmares of his parents’ death, Harry struggles to move past the allure of the mirror. Hermione returns and scolds him for sneaking around, lamenting his failure to uncover Nicolas Flamel’s identity.
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets [B2]
The Worst Birthday [B2-C1]
4-5
Harry’s Parents Died Protecting Him From Voldemort’s Curse
Harry recalls his unusual past and his connection to Lord Voldemort. He reflects on his lightning-shaped scar, which is a reminder of the night Lord Voldemort killed his parents and tried to kill him as well. Harry is reminded of the mysteries surrounding his survival and Lord Voldemort's downfall. Though he has been raised by Muggles, Harry knows that he is far from normal due to his magical heritage.
Harry recalls his unusual past and his connection to Lord Voldemort. He reflects on his lightning-shaped scar, which is a reminder of the night Lord Voldemort killed his parents and tried to kill him as well. Harry is reminded of the mysteries surrounding his survival and Lord Voldemort's downfall. Though he has been raised by Muggles, Harry knows that he is far from normal due to his magical heritage.
