10 Harry Potter Scenes That Foreshadowed the Series’ Ending

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The children’s book series, famous for being among the best-selling novels ever, have captured the affection of both young and adult readers. Comprising seven books, this popular series has been revisited by fans multiple times, leading them to discover that the storyline itself contained numerous subtle clues hinting at the major revelations and plot twists in the final book titled “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows“.

These major plot twists, such as Severus Snape’s affection for Lily Evans, indications about horcruxes, and the rumor of Harry Potter’s demise at the hands of Lord Voldemort, could have been predicted if readers paid close attention to the subtle hints sprinkled throughout the earlier books. While some of these foreshadowing clues were quite obvious, others were cleverly concealed, revealing their significance only upon reading the final book.

This Small Prediction Confusion Was a Hint to Harry’s Connection With Voldemort

During her tenure as a Divination professor at Hogwarts, Sybil Trelawney was often viewed as a fraud by many, except for when she made rare prophecies. One of her less prominent predictions could have hinted at a future event like the disclosure of Harry being a Horcrux.

Indeed, it seems to me, my friend, that you were born during the coldest time of year. However, I stand corrected as you inform me, you were actually born in July.

– Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, 2000.

In the Divination lesson from “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire,” Madam Trelawney prophesied that Harry was born in wintertime, using his dark hair, small stature, and early life hardships as her basis. Harry disagreed with this prediction, asserting he was born in July. However, if Tom Marvolo Riddle, who was born on New Year’s Eve, shared the same characteristics Trelawney described, it could have been a veiled indication of Voldemort’s essence residing within Harry.

Horcruxes Were Hinted at in Four Books Before They Were Revealed

In “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince,” it was Voldemort’s Horcruxes that were uncovered, not at the end of the series in “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.” However, it was ultimately these Horcruxes that led to Lord Voldemort’s downfall during the climax. Upon re-reading, fans discovered hints about the Horcrux reveal in “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets,” specifically with Tom Riddle’s diary.

“Are you a ghost?” Harry said uncertainly.

“A memory,” said Riddle quietly. “Preserved in a diary for fifty years.”

– Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, 1998

Back in the early books, I couldn’t help but feel a strange connection to the diary that belonged to Ginny Weasley. Little did we know then, but this seemingly ordinary object was actually housing a fragment of Voldemort’s soul – a “memory,” as it were. Destroying the diary with a basilisk fang, just like Harry did, served as a hint of things to come in the Deathly Hallows, as clever Hermione Granger later figured out that basilisk fangs are among the rare items capable of shattering Horcruxes.

Half-Blood Prince Hinted at Narcissa’s Priorities in the War

In “Half-Blood Prince,” the narrative shifts to delve deeper into Draco Malfoy’s mother, Narcissa, who plays a significant role earlier in the story. Narcissa approaches Severus Snape pleading for his protection of her son as he attempts to assassinate Albus Dumbledore, even persuading Snape to make an Unbreakable Vow.

“Is Draco alive? Is he in the castle?”

The whisper was barely perceptible; she leaned close enough so that her mouth almost touched his ear, stooping so low that her lengthy tresses veiled his face from passersby.

“Yes,” he breathed back.

He experienced a grip on his chest tightening, her fingernails pricking him. Later, it was removed. She rose from her seated position.

“He is dead!” Narcissa Malfoy called to the watchers.

– Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, 2007

Reflecting on that pivotal scene, it struck me profoundly how far Narcissa was prepared to tread for her child’s safety. This instance wasn’t just a display of her maternal devotion towards her son; it subtly hinted at the critical part she would ultimately play in the climax of ‘Deathly Hallows’. When Voldemort claimed Harry dead, I could sense the weight on Narcissa’s shoulders as she was assigned the grim task of verifying his demise. However, when Harry confirmed Draco had survived the Battle of Hogwarts, her loyalty to her son propelled her into a daring deception, risking everything to save him from Voldemort’s clutches within the castle walls.

This Order of the Phoenix Scene Makes More Sense After Deathly Hallows

In the enchanting world of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, I, as a reader, was given an unprecedented glimpse into the bleak atmosphere that once engulfed Hogwarts during its darkest days. Through Harry’s exploration of Snape’s memories within the Pensieve, I found myself bearing witness to a moment frozen in time: Snape being tormented by James Potter and Sirius Black. This scene left me utterly astounded when, to my surprise, Lily—the very same woman who would later become my mother—stepped forward to shield Snape from the cruelty of his former classmates.

Readers initially believed that Lily’s action stemmed solely from her kindness towards Snape rather than any sense of loyalty. However, this belief actually hinted at the eventual revelation of a friendship between Snape and Lily. This instance also signified a pivotal moment in their relationship, eventually leading Snape to align with the Death Eaters.

This Prisoner of Azkaban Line Came True in the Final Book

In the Harry Potter series, Harry is frequently recognized for his witty remarks, one of which turns out to be prophetic about his destiny at the conclusion of The Deathly Hallows. During the third book, when Harry discovers that Voldemort is after him, he engages in a conversation with Mr. Weasley, and surprisingly, their exchange seems to hint at future events.

“Promise me, Harry,” said Mr Weasley, talking more quickly still, “that whatever happens -“

“Why would I go looking for someone I know wants to kill me?” said Harry blankly.

– Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, 1999.

In a different phrasing: When Mr. Weasley asks Harry not to search for Sirius, who supposedly wants to harm him, Harry responds, “Why would I seek someone out who aims to end my life?” However, as the story unfolds in Deathly Hallows, it’s revealed that Harry indeed ventures into the Forbidden Forest, willing to let Voldemort take his life for the sake of protecting his friends.

Hagrid Carrying Harry’s Body in Deathly Hallows Mirrors the First Book

In the initial “Harry Potter” novel, significant attention was paid to the introduction of the Wizarding World, with Hagrid being the one who breaks the news to Harry that he’s a wizard and guides him into this magical realm. It’s quite poignant when, later in the story, it is Hagrid who seems to witness Harry’s demise and brings him back to the castle, creating an almost symbolic closure of sorts.

Through his shut eyes, he could make out a reddish radiance, indicating light poured into him from the foyer. He patiently waited. In no time, those for whom he had attempted to sacrifice himself would spot him, seemingly lifeless, in Hagrid’s arms.

– Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, 2007

In the final moments of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows,” Harry is killed by Voldemort in the forest, and Hagrid is compelled to transport Harry’s body back to Hogwarts. This scene mirrors an earlier instance where Hagrid carried baby Harry to Privet Drive, serving as a subtle yet powerful hint that was subtly introduced in the first chapter of the series.

The Centaurs Hinted at Harry’s Death and the Second Wizarding War

In the mysterious Forbidden Forest, where centaurs reside, they are often depicted as celestial observers, making prophecies that Hagrid dismisses as absurd. However, upon closer examination, it’s revealed that many of these centaurs’ prophecies seemed to materialize, providing hints about Harry Potter’s destiny in the book “Deathly Hallows”. When Harry is rescued from Voldemort by Firenze, a centaur, in the first book, another centaur named Bane advises Firenze not to meddle with the course of fate.

“What have you been telling him?” growled Bane.

Recall, Firenze, our vow prohibits us from opposing the cosmos. Haven’t we observed the signs hinted by the celestial bodies?

– Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, 1997

This passage suggests that the centaurs were aware that Harry’s death was destined to take place in the Forbidden Forest; they merely didn’t know it would occur six years down the line. Furthermore, in these instances, they paid attention to the brilliance of Mars in the sky, as Mars is associated with conflict.

These Scenes Revealed How Snape Deceived Voldemort

In the novel “Order of the Phoenix,” Occlumency is presented as a magical technique used to safeguard a wizard’s mind from Legilimency. When Dumbledore instructs Snape to tutor Harry in Occlumency, several of his dialogues suggest that he was secretly working for Dumbledore while masquerading as a Death Eater, serving as a covert agent.

In many cases, the Dark Lord can sense when someone is being dishonest with him. This ability is only outwitted by those who have mastered Occlumency, a skill which allows them to hide thoughts and memories that conflict with their lies, thus speaking untruths without him noticing.

– Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, 2003

In simpler terms, Snape reveals to Harry that Voldemort is exceptionally skilled at reading minds, often catching when someone is lying. However, since Snape had become proficient in Occlumency, he could successfully hide the truth from Voldemort. This subtle hint later becomes significant, and it gives us an understanding of how Snape managed to deceive the formidable dark wizard.

This Goblet of Fire Moment Sealed the Dark Lord’s Fate

Previously mentioned, the surprising truth in “Deathly Hallows” was that Harry Potter had been a Horcrux all along, carrying a fragment of Lord Voldemort’s soul within him. This occurred unintentionally by Voldemort when he killed Harry’s parents, Lily and James. Specifically, when Voldemort regained his full physical form using Harry’s blood.

It wasn’t until Harry detected Wormtail’s troubled breathing against his face that he understood Wormtail was standing very close to him. “Blood of the adversary… violently taken… you must… revive your enemy.

– Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, 2000

In one of his potions, Voldemort includes three crucial components, one being the forced extraction of the blood of his adversary. Later in the story, this choice proves fatal for Voldemort, as the blood he took from Lily Potter unknowingly transferred her protective charm to him. This protection spell hindered him from killing Harry Potter during the climactic battle of the book “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.

The First Book Hinted Towards the Snape-Lily Connection

One intriguing hint of foreshadowing in the Harry Potter books was subtly embedded and could only be recognized by those familiar with herbology. In the first novel, The Sorcerer’s Stone, Harry participates in his initial Potions class alongside Snape, where the professor poses a question about asphodel and wormwood powder. Many readers saw these terms merely as magical potion names, but some observant fans uncovered their hidden significance. Interestingly enough, asphodel is a type of lily flower, while wormwood belongs to the artemisia family, a large group of plants.

Snape exclaimed abruptly, ‘Potter!’ What would the result be if I combined the powder from an asphodel root with a brew of wormwood?

– Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, 1997

In many interpretations, Wormwood signifies deep sorrow and emptiness, which could have added layers to Snape’s question. By linking these two ideas, fans deduced that Snape was not only speaking to Harry but also imparting a lesson in potion-making at the same time. Upon re-reading, it became apparent that this subtle hint of foreshadowing, largely overlooked by readers, was present in the first book itself.

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2025-04-29 22:08