Usual cast of suspects

[ohneill_2001]

No: HPFGUIDX 120319


Karen wrote:
 
> Is there any clues in the books to back up my theory?  I 
> really don't have any to site this, it is just my opinion.
> 
> 

Now Cory:

I'm no good at predicting specifics, but in terms of the big picture, 
I agree that Dumbledore is most likely going to die.  I don't have my 
books with me to cite canon, but throughout the books, there have 
been constant references to the fact that everything is going to be 
fine as long as Dumbledore is around.  ("Howarts is safe as long as 
Dumbledore is here; Dumbledore is the only one Voldemort ever feared, 
etc.")  

Therefore it only makes sense that Dumbledore not be around for the 
final showdown.  I would view Dumbledore as a parent figure to Harry; 
he's been keeping Harry safe from Voldemort all this time.  At its 
heart, this story is about Harry's journey from childhood to 
adulthood, and forcing Harry to finally face Voldemort without 
Dumbledore's help or guidance will represent Harry's final step into 
adulthood.

--Cory