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The world might never overcome the absolute magic of J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World, especially after we were introduced to the visual representation through the films. Perhaps that’s why the excitement reached fever pitch on January 9th, when Potterheads across the world began celebrating Severus Snape’s loyalty, selflessness, and resilience on his birthday.
But while we cherish Alan Rickman’s portrayal of Severus Snape and laud his authenticity in the films, it’s time to look at one shockingHarry Pottertheory surrounding his resentment for Neville Longbottom. Well, while Snape kind of hated everyone without prejudice, Potterheads believe there’s an explanation behind his detestment for Neville.
Potterheads delve into Severus Snape’s hatred for Neville Longbottom
Every year on Severus Snape’s birthday, we’re sadly reminded of his gut-wrenching death brought to the screen byAlan RickmaninHarry Potter and the Deathly Hallows-Part 2. It was at this moment that audiences came across Snape’s true nature—his loyalty towards Lily and her son, his resilience, and most importantly his courage to sneak up against Lord Voldemort.
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But while Severus Snape’s final moment somehow felt way more intense and grieving than Dumbledore’s fall from the Astronomy Tower (perhaps because we felt guilty for judging him, and secretly wished for a devoted lover like him), there’s no denying that the potions master wasn’t mean to people in life. Particularly the poor boy, Neville Longbottom.
Apparently, while Severus Snape had a habit of brooding and resenting everyone at Hogwarts, it was his detestment towards Neville that made fans curious. While we understand Snape’s dislike for most Gryffindors and particularly Harry since he reminded him of James Potter, the bully; what could have made Snape hate the shy and fearsome Neville Longbottom?
Harry Pottertheory links Snape’s resentment with the ultimate prophecy
Digging into the topic, there seems to be only one theory that somewhat justifies Severus Snape’s resentment towards Neville Longbottom—and it’s the ultimate prophecy by Sybill Trelawney that spoke of the Chosen One. Apparently, when Trelawney told Dumbledore about the prophecy, it talked of a boy who had been “born to those who have thrice defied” Voldemort.
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Based on this line, the prophecy also applies to Neville, since his parents Alice and Frank Longbottom, who were highly skilled Aurors, had also resisted Voldemort three times (viaHarry Potter). Unfortunately, sincethe Dark Lordsaw more of himself in Harry, the prophecy ended up being about him rather than Neville, which ultimately led to Lily Evans’ death.
Now, since many of Severus Snape’s decisions in life were based on the event that killed Lily Evans, it seems to fit the box as to why he hated Neville Longbottom so much. Living with never-ending guilt when it came to Lily’s death, Snape perhaps saw Neville’s existence as a painful reminder of how things could have been different, had he become the Chosen One, instead of Harry.
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Krittika Mukherjee
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Krittika Mukherjee is a Senior Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, majorly focusing on films, TV shows, and celebrity news with over 3,000 articles published. With an educational background in Journalism, and a keen interest in filmmaking, Krittika blends factual precision with creative flair, when crafting her editorials, or dissecting fan theories.Her coverage often includes news and analyses of critically acclaimed films, celebrity news, and franchises like the Wizarding World, LOTR, DC, and MCU—particularly Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts, Superheroes, and fan theories. As a Wizarding World aficionado, Krittika has spent countless hours exploring hidden backstories, unadapted book moments, spells, and trivias surrounding J.K. Rowling’s lore.An imaginative writer with a way with words, Krittika has worked as an entertainment journalist for the past two years and a web content writer for a year. She brought her experience and expertise to FandomWire to pursue her desire for sipping coffee while dissecting films and tracking celebrity drama.
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