Summary

• Love is a central theme in the Harry Potter franchise, providing the foundation of Harry's world and triumphing over adversity.
• The franchise features both quotes about love's power and moments of in-the-moment romance that leave fans appreciating the power of love.
• The Harry Potter love quotes range from controversial and obsessive to heartfelt and beautiful, showcasing the different dimensions of love explored in the series.

The Harry Potter franchise is chock full of important themes of messages such as family, friendship, hope, and, of course, love, both platonic and of a more romantic nature. The Harry Potter franchise is thought of as more of a fantasy coming-of-age story than a story of love, but love provides the foundation of Harry's world when his mother's love saves his life as a baby. Harry repeatedly sees how love triumphs as his friends fall for one another and love brings a bright spot to the middle of the wizarding war.

As is the case with so many of the deeper issues explored by the films and books, there is a slew of romantic quotes that will leave a smile on the faces of fans and leave them appreciating the power of love. Many of the Harry Potter love quotes are more so nuggets of wisdom about love and its power, but there are definitely some lines of in-the-moment romance that will leave fans both happy and maybe even slightly jealous of what they have.

"Always."

Severus Snape

As far as romantic quotes go, this may well be the most controversial that the Harry Potter franchise has to offer. However, that is perfectly in line with Snape, who is more often than not the franchise's most controversial character. This line comes from one of Snape's memories as he confesses to Albus Dumbledore that he still loves Lily Potter.

From one point of view, Snape's adoration and deep-rooted care for Lily is beautiful; from another, it is obsessive and creepy. Nevertheless, to those who love this quote and the moment surrounding it, Snape's iconic admission of "Always" could be the Wizarding World's most romantic line.

"The Ones Who Love Us, Never Truly Leave Us."

Sirius Black

A handful of wonderfully delivered quotes on love in the Harry Potter movies may not necessarily be said about romantic love but cannot help but be thought about in that sense, such as this from Sirius. He might be talking about the loss of Harry's parents, but the quote can apply to plenty of other relationships.

For both family and romance, it is the very same message; those who are loved do not leave as they stay in the hearts and the memories of those who loved them. It is a lovely message from Sirius to his godson, and this softer side to his personality is what has drawn so many fans to adore him.

"What Do I Care How He Looks? I'm Good Looking Enough For The Both Of Us."

Fleur Delacour

While Fleur Delacour and Bill Weasley's romance may not be the most popular in the eyes of the latter's family, nor the most prominent relationship in the Potter films, they are a strong unit and gave fans this incredibly romantic quote.

This quote is not just great for its obvious romantic implications, but also because it is pretty funny from the former Beauxbatons student. It is a line that will resonate with many, showcasing that looks in a romantic partnership are far from the most important thing and that the love will stay there even if one person wrongly feels as though their physical appearance is not good enough for their partner.

"Oh, To Be Young And Feel Love's Keen Sting."

Albus Dumbledore

As he does for most of life's most meaningful aspects, Albus Dumbledore has many quotes regarding love that can definitely be taken as appreciation for the romantic. He offers his own observations on the love blossoming among his teenage students, seemingly looking back on love fondly.

This is in response to Ron saying Hermione's name and not Lavender's while unconscious from an accidental poisoning and is a comment not only on young love and the infatuation many teens get wrapped up in, but also on the risk that comes with love and how incredibly worth it that risk is more often than not.

"When You Have Seen As Much Of Life As I Have, You Will Not Underestimate The Power Of Obsessive Love."

Horace Slughorn

Many of the Harry Potter characters either know first-hand or will come to know the immense power of love, with Horace Slughorn demonstrating himself to be one of those people with this line. Professor Slughorn demonstrates that he's both intelligent and observant many times throughout his appearances in the movies, though he often uses his intelligence for selfish gains instead of to help his students.

There appear to be few things, if anything, more powerful than love, and with all of his life experience, Slughorn is aware of this. It is great to think that when it is true, consuming, obsessive love, the depths of its power can never get counted out.

"But She Wants You."

Arthur Weasley

Tonks and Lupin may well be one of the most beloved relationships among Potterheads despite its severe lack of depth and screentime in the films. Tonks and Lupin fall in love during the war, but Lupin tries to avoid his feelings for her, believing she deserves better than him.

This quote from Arthur Weasley is one of the many great moments involving them in the books - that many feel should have been in the movies. This is Arthur's reply to Lupin, basically saying Tonks deserves better than him - a fear so many have. Arthur's response encapsulates what can so often make romance so incredible; of all the people they could have, they chose a specific individual and loved them despite what flaws they may think they have, and that is a beautiful thing.

"And Without Thinking, Without Planning It, Without Worrying About The Fact Fifty People Were Watching, Harry Kissed Her."

The Narrator, or J.K. Rowling

The romantic spark between Ginny and Harry in the films has so often been bombarded with criticism for not existing - a fair assessment - but in the books, it is a far more enjoyable and natural pairing. As Ginny grows up and out of her awkward shyness around Harry, the two become friends in the novels. Harry grows to have feelings for her as well.

This quote is not from the mouth of a character but rather just a written passage that showcases the passion and the lack of care that can come in moments of pure romance. Harry was just consumed by his want to kiss Ginny, and with a brilliant air of spontaneity, he did just that, creating a moment that far exceeds anything the films showcase between the two.

"It Is Impossible To Manufacture Or Imitate Love."

Horace Slughorn

For all the wonders of magic and potions in the Potter movies, not everything can be perfectly replicated, and love is at the top of that list, being a natural thing that can never be matched by something synthetic. Being a master of potions, Slughorn is better aware of this than most others, and the point that he puts forward is wholly romantic. The idea that love is so raw, so beautiful, and so powerful that to make any attempts to imitate it would be futile is one many can take solace in. Love cannot be created or stopped.

This might seem like it contradicts the existence of love potions in the world of Harry Potter, but that's not the case. Slughorn knows that love potions don't last.

"So It's Now Or Never, Isn't It?"

Ron Weasely

Potter fans have their thoughts on the many romances of the saga, including that between Ron and Hermione. However, there is no denying the romance oozing from their climactic kiss in the books.

What is so great about it is how it is triggered; by Ron, mid-battle, saying that the heroes should tell the House Elves to leave Hogwarts, to flee to safety rather than stay and be killed or fight. Even though Harry shuts the kiss down - being mid-battle and all - Ron musters this response, which is such a valid point. They may die, so why not showcase his love for Hermione and vice-versa? The whole excerpt is incredibly touching.

"Do Not Pity The Dead, Harry. Pity The Living, And Above All, Those Who Live Without Love."

Albus Dumbledore

Dumbledore lived a long life, experiencing all the trials and tribulations it had to offer, and at the end of it, despite all the controversy and divisiveness surrounding him, he valued the most important ideas, such as friendship and love.

This may well be his best quote on the latter. Life without love is far worse than death, and even though that may be a scary thought for many, there is love all around people, whether that be platonic, familial, or romantic. The dead experienced that love and therefore have no need to be pitied. It is those like Voldemort who live a life void of all love that should get that. This line isn't just one of the best Harry Potter love quotes, but also one of Dumbledore's most poignant.

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