“Madam Pince, our librarian, tells me that it is 'pawed about, dribbled on, and generally maltreated' nearly everyday - a high compliment for any book.”

“There had been no more attacks since those on Justin and Nearly Headless Nick, and Madam Pomfrey was pleased to report that the Mandrakes were becoming moody and secretive, meaning that they were fast leaving childhood.”

“The Potter books in general are a prolonged argument for tolerance, a prolonged plea for an end to bigotry. And I think it's one of the reasons that some people don't like the books, but I think that's it's a very healthy message to pass on to younger people that you should question authority and you should not assume that the establishment or the press tells you all of the truth.”

“It's lucky it's dark. I haven't blushed so much since Madam Pomfrey told me she liked my new earmuffs.”

“According to Madam Pomfrey, thoughts could leave deeper scars than almost anything else.”

“There will be books written about Harry. Every child in the world will know his name.”

“I seem to remember telling you both that I would have to expel you if you broke any more school rules,” said Dumbledore.Ron opened his mouth in horror.“Which goes to show that the best of us must sometimes eat our words,” Dumbledore went on, smiling.”