The Deathly Hallows Explained: Creation to Ultimate Fate (+Why Harry Didn't Die In the Forest)

Summary

The video delves into the story of the Deathly Hallows from the Harry Potter series, focusing on their origins, significance, and how they link Harry and Voldemort as distant relatives. The Deathly Hallows—comprising the Elder Wand, Resurrection Stone, and Invisibility Cloak—are introduced through the tale of the Peverell brothers, who each received a gift from Death. The video explores how these Hallows were passed down through generations, impacting key events in the series. Ultimately, Harry becomes the master of all three Hallows, but his survival is attributed to his mother’s sacrificial protection, not the Hallows themselves.

Takeaways

• 😀 The Deathly Hallows are three powerful magical objects: the Elder Wand, the Resurrection Stone, and the Invisibility Cloak, linked to the legend of the Peverell brothers.
• 😀 Antioch Peverell received the Elder Wand, Cadmus Peverell got the Resurrection Stone, and Ignotus Peverell was given the Invisibility Cloak, all from Death itself.
• 😀 Antioch Peverell's reckless use of the Elder Wand led to his death, while Cadmus Peverell used the Resurrection Stone to bring his lover back, only to have her exist in a tragic, soulless form.
• 😀 Ignotus Peverell, the third brother, lived a full life with the Invisibility Cloak and passed it down to his descendants, eventually leading to the Potter family.
• 😀 The Deathly Hallows are believed to make one the 'Master of Death' if all three are owned, with Harry Potter being the eventual possessor of all three.
• 😀 Harry Potter is a descendant of Ignotus Peverell, and Voldemort is a descendant of Cadmus Peverell, making them distant relatives.
• 😀 The Resurrection Stone passed through the Gaunt family before Voldemort's grandfather, Marvolo Gaunt, passed it down to his son Morfin, eventually leading to Voldemort's use of it for dark purposes.
• 😀 The Elder Wand's history is marked by violent ownership changes, including its passing through multiple dark wizards, including Grindelwald and Voldemort.
• 😀 Albus Dumbledore, after defeating Grindelwald, became the owner of the Elder Wand, later passing down the Invisibility Cloak to Harry Potter, ensuring its rightful return to the Peverell family.
• 😀 The real reason Harry survived the Killing Curse in the Forbidden Forest was the protection from his mother, not because he owned all the Hallows, despite the common theory linking him to the 'Master of Death'.

Q & A

What are the Deathly Hallows in the Harry Potter series?

The Deathly Hallows consist of three magical objects: the Elder Wand, the Resurrection Stone, and the Invisibility Cloak. Each was created by Death himself, according to the Tale of the Three Brothers, and possessing all three makes one the 'Master of Death.'

Who were the three Peverell brothers, and what did they each receive from Death?

The three Peverell brothers—Antioch, Cadmus, and Ignotus—were gifted items by Death after they cheated him. Antioch received the Elder Wand, Cadmus received the Resurrection Stone, and Ignotus received the Invisibility Cloak.

What is the significance of the Resurrection Stone?

The Resurrection Stone allows its user to bring back a semblance of the dead, but not in the true sense. It was passed down through the Peverell and Gaunt families, eventually becoming part of Voldemort's Horcrux.

How does the Invisibility Cloak differ from other cloaks of invisibility?

The Invisibility Cloak is a unique and perfect cloak that was given to Ignotus Peverell by Death himself. Unlike other cloaks, which lose their effectiveness over time, this one is impervious to aging and can hide the wearer completely.

How did Harry Potter and Voldemort become connected through the Deathly Hallows?

Harry is a descendant of Ignotus Peverell, and Voldemort is a descendant of Cadmus Peverell. This means that both Harry and Voldemort are related, as they come from the same family line, linking them through the Deathly Hallows.

What happened to the Elder Wand throughout history?

The Elder Wand was passed down through a violent history of duels, changing hands many times. It was originally possessed by Antioch Peverell, and after many owners, it came into the possession of Gellert Grindelwald, then Albus Dumbledore, and finally Voldemort before Harry became its true master.

Why is Harry Potter able to survive the Killing Curse in the Forbidden Forest?

Although there is a common theory that Harry survived due to being the Master of Death, the real reason is explained by Dumbledore. It is due to the protection from his mother’s sacrifice, which was further strengthened when Voldemort used Harry's blood to return to power.

How did Dumbledore's obsession with the Deathly Hallows affect his actions?

Dumbledore's fascination with the Deathly Hallows, particularly the Resurrection Stone and the Elder Wand, led to some of his pivotal decisions. His possession of the Elder Wand and the Resurrection Stone eventually helped Harry in his journey.

What was the role of Snape in Dumbledore's death and the plan to protect the Elder Wand?

Dumbledore asked Snape to kill him to prevent the Elder Wand from falling into the wrong hands. Snape agreed, ensuring that Dumbledore’s death would not make anyone the true master of the wand, thus avoiding its dangerous power.

What happened to the Deathly Hallows after the final battle?

After the Battle of Hogwarts, Harry kept the Invisibility Cloak, passed it down to his son, and discarded the Resurrection Stone in the Forbidden Forest. He destroyed the Elder Wand by snapping it in half to prevent anyone from using it for evil.