Snape's Other Worst Memory

[A Featheringstonehaugh]

No: HPFGUIDX 81225

Clio:  YES!  I absolutely agree with your theory that Snape removed the memory of his abuse by James in order to keep it from Harry.  He knew that eventually Harry would be able to break into his thoughts and wanted to prevent Harry from seeing that past event  - either because he wanted to prevent Harry from witnessing his father's behavior or perhaps he merely wanted to protect his own dignity.  We should also consider the possibility that Snape didn't realize that Harry would know about a pensive, so he may have felt safe in using it as he did.  After all, had he (Harry) not "snooped" in DD's office, he probably wouldn't know about pensives, as we've not had any indication that they've been introduced in any of the classes.
 
AF


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