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Magical Motivation from the Wizarding World — Here Are the Wisest Dumbledore Quotes to Inspire Strength

Olowokandi Fiyin
Aug 03, 2021
07:20 A.M.

Dumbledore's age and wisdom did not go unnoticed in the "Harry Potter" series and the subsequent film projects. The aged wizard was never short of knowledgeable nuggets through the books and movies' progression.

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Many TV lovers and faithful fans of the award-winning film project "Harry Potter" fell in love with the gentle but consistent way in which Hogwarts' headmaster Albus Dumbeldore handled the challenges that developed in the plot.

Dumbledore displayed his years of wizardry expertise and had all his students well-grounded and ready to take on different wizarding tasks. However, the magic legend had many wisdom nuggets to back up his teachings.

A screenshot of Albus Dumbledore | Photo: youtube.com/ShockWave

A screenshot of Albus Dumbledore | Photo: youtube.com/ShockWave

DUMBLEDORE'S WISDOM QUOTES

It is safe to say that Dumbledore's quotes are evergreen because of how they cut across many facets of life. On the issue of lifestyle, Dumbledore once advised, "It does not do to dwell on dreams and forget to live."

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In "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire," Dumbledore acknowledged that, "It does not matter what someone is born, but what they grow to be." On forgiveness, he said, "People find it far easier to forgive others for being wrong than being right."

In "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone," Dumbledore shared his philosophy of friendship, "It takes a great deal to stand up to our enemies, but just as much to stand up to our friends."

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Once addressing the classic movie's young protagonist, Harry Potter, on self-worth, Dumbledore explained the importance of choices. He advised, "It is our choices, Harry, that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities."

Over ten years ago, the famous "Harry porter" book author JK Rowlings revealed that Dumbledore was gay.

The former Gryffindor student shared the two sides to handle the truth when in a dilemma when he said, "The truth. It is a beautiful and terrible thing and should therefore be treated with caution.

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Dumbledore stated his take on the pursuit of happiness when he emphasized that, "Happiness can be found even in the darkest of times when one only remembers to turn on the light."

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During one of Harry's moments of seeing Voldermort in his dreams, he relayed to Dumbledore and referred to the subject as "You-know-who." Dumbledore replied, "Fear of a name increases fear of the thing itself."

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In one of the "Harry Potter" series subtitled "The Goblet of Fire," Dumbledore addressed the students on the importance of unity. The master wizard said:

"We are only as strong as we are united, as weak as we are divided ... Differences of habit and language are nothing at all if our aims are identical and our hearts are open."

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During plot progression and the return of Voldermort, Dumbledore opened up on the possible developments that were at hand. He said, "Dark and difficult times lie ahead. Soon we must all face the choice between what is right and what is easy."

The revered sage noted the importance of fighting against evil, despite its longevity. He aforementioned that, "It was important to fight, and fight again, and keep fighting, for only then could evil be kept at bay, though never quite eradicated."

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FACTS ABOUT DUMBLEDORE

Dumbledore borrowed the invisibility cloak from Harry's father, James Potter when he was alive and later presented it to Harry for future use. However, Dumbledore never really needed it because he could morph into invisibility without it.

The grand Hogwarts master was never one to dwell on or believe in divinity. However, he was well informed of the prophecy about Harry, even before he met the youngster.

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Parseltongue, the ancient snake language was passed down to the Salazar Slytherin descendants. However, Dumbledore was a master of the language, despite being from Gryffindor House.

"HARRY POTTER" RATINGS THROUGH THE YEARS

The "Harry Potter" series gained global attention cutting across nations and languages. And with such massive attention came varying ratings. The highest rating recorded in the series is "Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows II."

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It was ranked the third biggest movie of all time, with its worldwide box office grossing at $1.342 billion and its movie budget being $125 million. On its opening weekend alone, the movie raked in $169 million.

"Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" comes in next, with a similar $125 million budget. Its opening weekend raked in $90.29 million, and its worldwide box office was summed at $974.71 million.

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"Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" is third in line. With a budget of $125 million, the opening weekend earnings grossed at a little above the budget. However, its worldwide box office climaxed at $960.43 million.

According to descending order, the others include "The Order of the Phoenix," "The Half-Blood Prince," "The Goblet of Fire," "The Chamber of Secrets, and "The Prisoner of Azkaban."

DUMBLEDORE'S SEXUALITY

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Over ten years ago, the famous "Harry porter" book author JK Rowlings revealed that Dumbledore was gay. This caused quite a stir among many fans and followers around the world.

While some praised the headmaster for being an LGTBQ hero, others questioned Rowling for revealing his sexuality years later. Rowling, however, made it known that there was a time Dumbledore was in love with Grindelwald.

Rowling revealed in 2007 that the love Dumbledore had for Grindelwald further intensified his horror when he discovered Grindelwald's evil nature. In her 2016's release of "Fantastic Beasts," Rowling explored the relationship between the two.

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