Why did they leave Harry with the Dursleys?
Dumbledore decided that harry had to be raised in a muggle environment because he knew that he wouldn’t be prepared to face all the fame at such a young age. Spoiler alert: It was because he needed to be with someone of Lily’s blood to keep her spell of love protection alive.
Why Dumbledore kept Harry with the Dursleys?
Therefore, Dumbledore sent him to live with his aunt Petunia, Vernon’s wife, where a charm based on Harry’s mother’s blood tie with her sister would protect him until he reached maturity, so long as he spent some time during the holidays at his aunt’s place.
Did Harry and Dudley ever meet again?
in Deathly Hallows (See “15 times Harry Ruined the Dursleys’ Day #15). However, Harry did see Dudley again. Harry and Dudley ended on considerably better terms in Deathly Hallows with Dudley somewhat expressing gratitude and well wishes to Harry.
What was Dudley’s last words to Harry?
Dudley’s last line is also found in a deleted scene. His last words in the movie are, “I still don’t understand why we have to leave.” But he also has a deleted film scene where he has a final conversation with Harry, and his last line is, “I don’t think you’re a waste of space.”
What was written in the letter that Dumbledore to Petunia say?
A Howler from Dumbledore, addressed to Petunia, said ‘Remember my last’ – no doubt referring to the letter which he left with baby Harry, on the doorstep of Privet Drive. But there was another occasion when Albus had a reason to write, and it had long-lasting consequences.
Why was Harry Potter sent to live with the Dursleys?
Due to Petunia’s maternal connection to Harry Potter, he was sent to live with the Dursleys after his parents were murdered by Lord Voldemort. The belief was that Lily’s maternal sacrifice for Harry would be transmitted through Petunia, even though she held Harry in contempt.
Why did Petunia live with the Dursleys in Harry Potter?
Due to Petunia’s maternal connection to Harry Potter, he was sent to live with the Dursleys after his parents were murdered by Lord Voldemort. The belief was that the power of Lily’s loving sacrifice for Harry would be continued through Petunia, due to her blood connection with her sister, even though she personally held Harry in contempt.
Who were the Dursleys and what did they do?
The Dursleys were the Muggles that took in Harry Potter after Lord Voldemort killed his parents, Lily and James.
Why didn’t Dumbledore inform the Dursleys of Voldemort’s attack on Hogwarts?
From the book it simply seems that Dumbledore was to busy to take the time and properly inform the Dursleys of the situation.