Use of Names to Find Clues

[Goddlefrood]

No: HPFGUIDX 167724


> Dantzel: 
   
> I suppose the possibility is there, but the problem with 
looking at mythology and meanings of words and stories written 
by other authors is that they can be applied to *soooooo many 
stories*. 

Goddlefrood:

We are discussing the HP books here. JKR often refers to her 
sources, she has told us these things may have relevance. She has,
specifically, stated that she puts her own twist on stories from
legend and mythology. Why should we then ignore this?

E. Nesbit wrote straightforward stories with few hidden depths, 
JKR is hardly comparable. It is a small stretch perhaps, but no 
great one, to look for clues in names. Many here would surely 
agree. Of course, if the books are read on a superficial level
then there would be little to discuss.

I therefore, respectfully disagree, and will continue to avidly
look for hidden meanings that are not there ;)

Goddlefrood who states that surely Severus's patronus form would
be Nagini?, just look at the names :D