Snape, Quirellmort question...

[Cathy Drolet]

No: HPFGUIDX 108961

RMM wrote:
"He wants to teach Defense against the Dark Arts, but Dumbledore will
not let him. I am sure that has been discussed before, but can you
tell this person why that is?"

vivian   
"According to the HP books Dumbledore does 
not want Snape to teach DADA because he believes it may bring out the 
worst in him.  I think that Dumbledore has to keep in mind that Snape 
used to be a death eater. Snape may no longer be a part of 
Voldemort's circle, but Dumbledore knows his weaknesses and is 
keeping temptation away.  For example you probably shouldn't hire a 
recovering alcholic as a bartender."

DuffyPoo:

I don't think it has ever been mentioned in the books why DD does not want Snape to teach DADA.  I think that came up in a JKR interview or something.  In the books we have, "Do you have any idea why Dumbledore has consistently refused to appoint you [to the DADA job]? asked Umbridge.  "I suggest you ask him," said Snape jerkily.

I have my own theory about Snape which I have not yet posted as it is very long-winded.  However, from that theory, I think Snape has not been appointed to the DADA position because of what DD fears Snape may 'let slip.'  (Nothing about Dark Arts, either.  If you want to know my theory, just ask.) ;-)


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