Why did Dumbledore let Harry stay with the Dursleys?

Dumbledore makes the right decision when he leaves Harry with the Dursleys. He is protecting Harry’s life, and that must be his first consideration. The manner in which he leaves Harry, however, is not Dumbledore’s proudest moment.

Why does Vernon Dursley hate the Potters?

Rowling adds that Vernon hated Harry because he saw father James in him, much in the same way that Snape does. It has been previously theorised that the Dursleys hated Harry because he was one of Voldemort’s Horcruxes – thus the magic around him warped their minds.

What does Dumbledore say to the Dursleys?

Dumbledore then informs the Dursleys that, for the magic on their house protecting Harry to continue to work until Harry comes of age at 17, they must let him return to Number 4 Privet Drive one more time. Dumbledore then admonishes Vernon and Petunia for their treatment of Harry and of Dudley before taking Harry away.

Could Harry have grown up with Sirius instead of Dumbledore?

Instead, Dumbledore does the opposite and actively goes against the Potters’ wishes in the event of their deaths. They appointed Sirius as Harry’s godfather and legal guardian, and if Sirius had had a trial, it’s entirely possible that Harry could have grown up with him instead.

Why does Dumbledore care so much about the Potters?

The Potters were people that Dumbledore cared about, who helped fight in the Order with Sirius alongside him, and Dumbledore also has stakes in making sure Harry Potter stays alive. Looking more closely into my friends’ murders is probably something I would have done had I been in his situation.

What does Dumbledore say to Harry about Kreacher?

Harry wants nothing to do with Kreacher, but Dumbledore points out that it is a matter of responsibility for Harry since Kreacher knows all the about the work of the Order of the Phoenix and could tell their enemies if he were freed.

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