Dumbledore does not HAVE to die.

[barefootpuppets]

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> Marcus (who isn't saying that Dumbledore won't die, just that he 
> doesn't have to.)

Well, "have to" is pretty strong.  Nothing "has to" happen unless JKR 
makes it so.  But you must admit that there was a lot of 
foreshadowing of Dumbledore looking older than ever in GoF.  And 
Dumbledore spoke of death in Book 1 as the "next adventure."

But I would argue that Dumbledore does need to go. Just like Obi Wan 
had to go.  It's the only way for Harry to meet his *destiny* -- 
whatever the heck that is!

Maybe not die, but at least be unavailable.  (re: Gandalf)

I believe that the foreshadowing in GoF is indicative of Dumbledore's 
death.  (I should look up all the instances, it's more than just one!)
 
Heidi R.