Does Snape know the prophecy? (was: Simple!Snape?)

[curlyhornedsnorkack]

No: HPFGUIDX 124955



I think most people in the order know only what LV knows about the
prophesy. One reason is that it provides DD with an incentive for all
order members to stay extra vigilant for the sake of the Potter and
Longbottom families and the two boys in particular. Also, if an order
member is captured, LV doesn't learn anything new about the prophesy.

A second reason I think the members know is the reaction of Sirius and
Lupin to Harry's revelation that he isn't taking Occlumency lessons
anymore. They say that there is absolutely nothing, (emphasis) 
"absolutely nothing" more important.  In my opinion, nothing could be
more important for the future of the world than safeguarding the tool
(Harry) that could somehow prevent an immortal magical tyrant from
gaining world domination. 

In one of my previous messages discussing Snape's Hero Complex I
mentioned that Snape's hatred of Harry (and Neville) could be
understood better if it had to do with Snape's desire to be the Hero
and his knowledge that Harry (or Neville) had more important roles
than he just because of destiny. (I still haven't finished that thread
- I have to write why Snape's Hero complex plays into his reasons for
becoming a death eater. Someday if I'm bedridden with a broken leg for
a few days straight I might finish! MMM, maybe I'll go skiing!) 

The previous message I mentioned is:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/HPforGrownups/message/119148

-Snorky
Dreaming of skiing ! On Slippery old snow! Unfortunately, snorkacks
always fall with style.