Briefly about the article: JK Rowling never drew maps of the most famous castle in modern fantasy. However, she described Hogwarts in enough detail for us to feel at home there. In anticipation of the fourth Harry Potter film, we invite you to take a tour of the school of wizardry.
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Hogwarts - the most famous school of wizardry
I didn't draw a plan of Hogwarts, because that would be difficult even for a professional architect, since the staircases and rooms are constantly moving. But I have a very clear idea of what Hogwarts looks like from the inside.
Joan Kathleen Rowling
In July 1997, the world first learned of the existence of Hogwarts.- a school of witchcraft and wizardry located somewhere in the UK. Within a few months, Hogwarts became the most famous and recognizable among all fictional educational institutions - and this school is well known not only to fantasy lovers, but even to those who consider the whole “Potter” series to be empty childish fun. Previously, the words “magic school” were associated primarily with some special type of magic. Now this means Hogwarts, only Hogwarts and nothing but Hogwarts.
Meanwhile, the idea of a “school of magic” is far from new. When she first tried to publish the book “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone,” Rowling was rejected: “Readers won’t understand this” and “It’s already been done somewhere.” But readers understood - by 2006, the total circulation of Harry Potter books reached 300 million copies.
What is Hogwarts?
Hogwarts School- the plot basis of all stories about Harry Potter. In most other similar stories, magic is exclusive, or at least not widespread. However, for Rowling, magic is not even the wrong side of our reality, but its most essential part.
Researchers of Rowling's work believe that she borrowed the word "Hogwarts" from the books of the little-known British writer Geoffrey Willians. In the 1940s he wrote a series of books for Punch magazine about Nigel Molesworth- a boy with speech impediments, studying at the St. Custard" (“custard” - sweet cream), which absolutely did not live up to its name and was famous for its cruel orders. "Hogwarts" appears there twice - it was the name of the play Nigel mentioned, and it was the name of the headmaster of the rival school.
Two by two
Hogwarts was founded about a thousand years ago by two wizards and two witches: Godric Gryffindor, Salazar Slytherin, Rowena Ravenclaw and Helga Hufflepuff. However, Slytherin quickly quarreled with his colleagues - he believed that only “purebred” children born from magicians should be allowed into Hogwarts.
All Hogwarts students belong to one of the four houses, or rather, colleges. The latter are named after the founders of the school and have their own lounges and dormitories, their own Quidditch teams, their own ghosts and other unique features.
Colleges are headed by prefects (a boy and a girl elected from among fifth-year students) and head prefects (similarly, from seventh-year students). These " officials“along with four teachers - heads of houses - are vested with special powers to educate and supervise their charges.
Colleges compete with each other for prize points, awarded by heads of houses or prefects for any outstanding achievements students. Points will be removed as a form of punishment. There is no clear system here - everything depends on the generosity or “harmfulness” of the authorized person. It is quite natural that leading representatives of houses treat “their” students more favorably - for example, the gloomy Severus Snape makes very big concessions to the students of Slytherin College.
For particularly serious violations, the student may be punished by correctional labor - usually this means assisting school staff in performing tedious, tedious or even dangerous work. As a last resort, the student is expelled from Hogwarts. This could well have happened to Harry in his fifth year, when he used magic in the presence of Muggles, which was strictly prohibited for all wizards.
Where to go to study
The placement of first-year students into houses is carried out by the magical Sorting Hat in the Great Hall of Hogwarts. According to legend, it belonged to Godric Gryffindor himself, and now works as a “character detector”, determining the personal inclinations of the student.
Students at home are distinguished by honesty and nobility. Rowling herself said that Gryffindor is associated with fire (hence the color palette of the coat of arms). The house's signature ghost is Nearly Headless Nick (real name Sir Nicholas de Mimsey-Porpington), unsuccessfully executed on October 31, 1492.
The students' private quarters are located in the tower on the seventh floor. The entrance is closed by a magical portrait of a Fat Lady in pink - she allows entry only to those who give the correct password. The door behind the painting leads to a family room with a large fireplace and two stairs upstairs to the boys' and girls' bedrooms.
Slytherin- a college where cunning, ambition and selfishness are valued. The symbolic animal is a snake, the coat of arms colors are green and silver. The heads of Slytherin house were Severus Snape and Horatio Snobbhorn. The college rooms are located deep under the Hogwarts lake, the entrance is hidden in the wall of one of the dungeons. Rowling says that the house of Slytherin is associated with water.
Slytherin's "brownie" ghost is the Bloody Baron, a gloomy type covered in blood stains. Slytherin students cannot be called scoundrels and scoundrels, but from this house comes greatest number dark wizards.
Conflicts constantly flare up between Gryffindor and Slytherin - after all, they profess diametrically opposed ideas, and besides, historically, Godric Gryffindor and Salazar Slytherin were best friends before the founding of Hogwarts, and then quarreled to smithereens.
Ravenclaw- a house in which intelligence and erudition are considered the main qualities of students. The symbolic animal is the eagle, the coat of arms colors are blue and bronze (silver in the film). The position of head is occupied by Filius Flitwick, a charms teacher - a small gray-haired old man, half human, half goblin.
Hufflepuff is the most friendly college, whose students are famous for their hard work, patience and honesty. The emblem depicts a badger, the colors are yellow and black. The student rooms are located in the basement near the kitchen. Rowling states that the Hufflepuff house has the earth element.
The head of the house is Professor of Herbology (Herbology) Pomona Sprout, a cheerful, fat witch, whose clothes, as a rule, are thickly smeared with earth. College Ghost - A fat monk, an affable and friendly spirit.
At Hogwarts, Hufflepuff students are considered, to put it mildly, clumsy slow-witted people. Basically, this is true, but some of them achieve outstanding results - for example, Cedric Diggory, captain of the Quidditch team and participant in the Triwizard Tournament.
Ravenclaw and Hufflepuff do not interfere in the conflicts between Gryffindor and Slytherin, however, if we talk about their position in general, they are allies of Gryffindor College. This corresponds to the relationship between the founders of the school: Salazar Slytherin did not see eye to eye with all three wizards.
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Hogwarts close up
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Hogwarts is the only wizarding school in Great Britain where children from 11 to 18 years old study. According to formal characteristics, this institution can be equated to a high-class boarding school. Total The author does not specify the students, but the annual enrollment at Hogwarts is about 280 people - and this is not all the children of wizards in Great Britain, since some of them live poorly and cannot pay for tuition.
For his activities, the director (in his absence, the deputy director) reports to the Board of Governors, consisting of 12 high-ranking magicians. Otherwise, Hogwarts is a relatively free institution that is not directly subordinate to the Ministry of Magic (the highest body of the wizarding community in Great Britain).
ABOUT financial side Little is known about the activities of the school. The sixth book in the series mentions a special fund to provide students with books and equipment. Indeed, at Hogwarts children are provided with meals, library collections, laboratory supplies and some Consumables. On the other hand, schoolchildren have to buy some things necessary for education with their own funds - magic wands, books, clothes, animals, magical ingredients.
It is unclear who owns the school building and the land around it. It can be assumed that Hogwarts is the common property of all wizards in the country, and therefore it is neither a private nor a public school. The institution hardly generates any income, since the bulk of the training is provided free of charge. There is no information about teachers' salaries, but based on the fact that they are officially hired and fired, it can be assumed that their work is somehow rewarded.
Geography
Hogwarts School occupies an ancient eight-story castle located in a secluded mountainous area. Other geographical details are not provided in the books, but according to Rowling herself, Hogwarts is located somewhere in Scotland.
The area adjacent to the castle also belongs to the school. The area of this site is huge: there is a lake, a Quidditch field, the Forbidden Forest with its incredible monsters, greenhouses and outbuildings.
Next to Hogwarts lies the village of Hogsmeade - the only settlement in Great Britain where only wizards live. Hogsmeade is famous for its train station (the main means of communication between Hogwarts and the outside world), shops and pubs - a desirable place of entertainment for undergraduate students.
Studies
Teaching at Hogwarts is taught by professors, each of whom specializes in one subject. In addition, the school has non-academic staff - a gardener, a warden, a librarian, a nurse, and about a hundred house elves working in the kitchen.
None of the disciplines inherent in ordinary schools are taught at Hogwarts (logically, its graduates do not know how to write and count correctly). Required subjects are transformation, defense against dark forces, charms, potions, astrology, history of magic and herbology.
Elective classes are conducted in arithmancy (number magic), ancient runes, divination, care of magical creatures, Muggle studies, teleportation, broom flying and a number of other disciplines.
At the end of their fifth year, students take the OWL (Ordinary Wizardry Level) exams. Those who fail OWL are “pulled up” by the heads of houses. Those who pass these exams spend their sixth and seventh years studying for the much more difficult NEWT (Nastily Exhausting Wizarding Test) exams, the results of which will determine the wizard's future career.
The academic year is divided into three parts with long summer holidays, as well as “weekend” holidays - Christmas and Easter. At Christmas, children can go home or stay at Hogwarts and take part in the festivities. Other holidays are also celebrated, such as Halloween and Valentine's Day. In the summer, Hogwarts is empty - all the children go home.
The student uniform in Rowling's books was described only in the most general view: black robe, pointed black hat and warm winter cape with silver clasps. In the films, children wear different clothes: a black cape with the coat of arms of the house, a dark sweater, White shirt, dark trousers (pleated skirts for girls), as well as a tie or scarf with house flowers.
Walk through the castle
Although Hogwarts rooms move frequently, compile rough plan the castle is not that difficult.
There is an extensive dungeon system underneath the school. Here is a classroom for classes in the discipline "Potions" - a large cold room, along the walls of which eerie bottles with animals preserved in alcohol are placed. Nearby are Professor Snape's personal office and the rooms of Slytherin House. The famous Chamber of Secrets is hidden somewhere in the dungeons.
A significant part of the castle basement is occupied by the kitchen. Directly above it is the Hogwarts Great Hall, where all the festivities are held. The arrangement of the tables in these rooms is identical: the elves working in the kitchen just need to place a dish on them - and it will immediately appear at the top. Next to the kitchen are the Hufflepuff student rooms.
The first room where Hogwarts students find themselves is the entrance hall of the school. Double doors made of oak, a marble staircase up, two stairs down (to the dungeons and to the kitchens), as well as a magical hourglass that takes into account the points of each House - this is what is remarkable about the entrance to Hogwarts. In addition, on the ground floor there is a Great Hall with an enchanted ceiling (showing the sky as it really is in this moment), the teachers' room and the office of caretaker Argus Filch.
On the second floor there are classes on Muggle Studies, Defense Against the Dark Arts and the History of Magic, taught by Professor Bean, a ghost who flies out to class from the school board. Nearby is Minerva McGongall's office and the school hospital.
Points of interest on the third floor include the famous girls' restroom, where the entrance to the Chamber of Secrets was hidden, as well as the entrance to the school principal's office. It is guarded by a golden gargoyle, which allows visitors through a password, which Dumbledore usually used to choose the names of various exotic sweets.
The fourth floor is the Hall of Honor (an exhibition of school prizes and medals), a room for classes in charms, and an unnamed room where the three-headed dog Fluff once sat, guarding the Philosopher's Stone.
The fifth floor is occupied by a library (with a special locked section on Dark Magic), the sixth floor is interesting with a password-protected bathroom for the school prefects, the seventh floor is used as storage, and at the very top there are 6 towers (the highest is the astronomical one).
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Seventh and last book I'm still writing about Harry Potter. Its title and release date are still unknown. Most likely, the book will go into print no earlier than 2007, and this will be the end of the Potter series.
This has never happened before and is unlikely to happen. The popularity of Rowling's books cannot even be estimated: millions of fans, six planned and three released blockbusters, real schools of magic (one of them, for example, was opened three years ago in the Irish county of Cork), a special series of audio players with the Hogwarts logo and downloaded audiobooks about Harry Potter, real Bertie Bot nuts with different flavors...
There's a little bit of Hogwarts in all of this.
Harry Potter is a boy wizard, whose world was invented by the English writer JK Rowling. She created an entire Universe where magicians and sorcerers, unicorns, centaurs, dragons, giants, trolls, goblins, vampires, elves and other fairy-tale creatures live. But if you forget about magic, the magical world is very similar to the ordinary one: it has its own rules and laws that are protected by the Ministry, patients are treated in the hospital, and children go to school. Where did Harry Potter himself study? The faculties and its school will be described in detail in the article.
Hogwarts School
In Great Britain there is a school created a thousand years ago by four powerful wizards to teach sorcery to children who have magical power. Powerful magicians - Salazar Slytherin, Candida Ravenclaw and - disagreed on who to invite to the school and how to conduct training. Therefore, they created four different faculties and named them after themselves. For each one they selected those children personal qualities which were valued the most. Over time, the important task of selection was entrusted to the Magic Hat: the student put it on his head, and the Hat solemnly proclaimed which faculty he would study at for the next seven years. But it turns out that the student might not agree with the choice. For example, the “boy who lived” was selected for Slytherin house upon admission, but he refused to study there, and as a result was enrolled in Gryffindor.
We have already found out where Harry Potter studied. Hogwarts faculties are described below.
Gryffindor
Those students study here who have such character traits as courage, boldness, nobility and honor. Gryffindor's mascot is a lion, the colors of the banner are red and gold, and the element is fire. The Head of the "house" (in the English version) is Minerva McGonagall, who also holds the position of Deputy Headmistress and teaches Transfiguration. She is very strict, but fair. Local ghost - Almost Headless Nick.
The entrance is guarded by a portrait of the Fat Lady, who must be given a password to get inside. This is where Harry Potter studied. The Hogwarts faculties, which are described in the article, compete with each other for the right to hold the School Cup, and the “boy who lived”, along with his friends - Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger - helped their classmates win the Cup every year.
Although in general Gryffindors are positive characters, but, like ordinary girls and boys, they quarrel, envy, gossip and fall in love. Nevertheless, they were all proud that their classmate was the famous Harry Potter. The faculties of Hufflepuff and Ravenclaw also treated Harry favorably, but the Slytherins hated him and tried in every possible way to offend him.
Ravenclaw
His students are the smartest in the school, have a good sense of humor and the ability to be creative. The mascot of the “house” is an eagle, the colors are blue, light blue and turquoise, the element is air. The faculty is headed by a short professor who teaches spells at Hogwarts. The ghost is the Gray Lady, during her lifetime - Elena Kogtevran, the daughter of the founder of the faculty.
The door to the living room of the “house” is guarded by an eagle, which asks a riddle and lets you in only after the correct answer.
In the seventh book, Harry Potter finds himself in the Ravenclaw living room. The faculties differ from each other, so it was very interesting for the hero to look around. He noted the comfort, soft armchairs, the ceiling in the form of a starry sky, the statue of the founder in full height and a stunning view of the lake from the tower window.
Hufflepuff
The Magic Hat selects the most hardworking, patient, persistent, honest and kind students for this faculty. The dean of the “house” is the rosy-cheeked professor of herbology, Pomona Stem. She is very friendly with Minerva McGonagall. More than once she showed courage and determination, not yielding to the Gryffindors. Hufflepuff's colors are yellow and brown, the mascot is the badger, and the element is earth. The local ghost is the good-natured Fat Monk.
The faculty living room is located not far from the kitchen; the entrance to it is round, reminiscent of a passage into a badger hole. To get inside, you need to knock on one of the lids of the barrels that are nearby. If you choose the wrong lid or tap it incorrectly, the offender will get a good dose of vinegar in the face. Harry Potter never came here. He also attended Slytherin, however.
Slytherin
His students are distinguished by their cunning, thirst for power, determination, resourcefulness, intelligence and sarcasticity. The dean was first Potions Professor Severus Snape, then Horace Slughorn. Native colors are green and silver, the talisman is a snake, the element is water, the ghost is the Bloody Baron, whom even the local poltergeist Peeves was afraid of.
It is located in a dungeon under a lake, the walls here are made of wild stone, slightly damp, the room is illuminated by green lamps, the entrance is disguised: if you give the correct password, it opens.
Now you know in what environment Harry Potter studied. The faculties, photos of which are in the article, are described in detail above.
History of Hogwarts
Hogwarts has a very rich and fascinating history. The school was founded more than 1000 years ago by the greatest magicians of their time: two wizards and two sorceresses, whom no one has yet been able to surpass in the art of magic and whose names are the Hogwarts houses: Godric Gryffindor, Salazar Slytherin, Candida Ravenclaw and Penelope Hufflepuff. Together they built a castle in which the school is located, looked for talented young people and trained them in this castle. However, after some time, Godric Gryffindor and Salazar Slytherin, both magnificent and unsurpassed magicians, began to compete with each other, and this is not surprising, because their characters were so different. In addition, times were harsh, wizards were in danger everywhere - in the Middle Ages, magic was feared like fire, so they had to hide and hide from ordinary people. Salazar Slytherin demanded a very strict selection for school, but Gryffindor did not agree with him, and this was another reason for their hostility towards each other. In this fight, both sorceresses took the side of Godric Gryffindor. Eventually the feud grew so bad that Slytherin had to leave Hogwarts. However, the great magician was not such as to leave without defending his rights. Salazar founded a Chamber of Secrets at the school, which no one knew about, and no matter how hard they tried to find it, only the heir of Slytherin could do it.
The struggle between Gryffindor and Slytherin did not stop with the latter's departure from school. It continues between faculties whose founders were wizards. It is therefore not surprising that Harry Potter and his friends, Gryffindor students, dislike everything connected with Slytherin, and all their enemies, be it Voldemort, Professor Snape or Draco Malfoy, are related to this house.
Often many people identify themselves with one faculty or another, saying that this is where the Sorting Hat would assign them if it were real. But have you ever considered the Hogwarts houses with psychological point vision? Have you researched how Gryffindor or Hufflepuff members behave towards their friends or parents? Have you noticed what political views Slytherins or Ravenclaws pursue? This and much more can be found in a detailed psychological analysis of the Hogwarts faculties.
GRYFFINDOR
The main qualities of Gryffindors are courage, nobility and determination. All of them are imprinted deep in their hearts, and the main curse of their lives is that they are truly willing to die for what they truly love and do whatever it takes to keep it. Gryffindors, however, differ in how they express their feelings. Some are open, kind and caring, sometimes even too much. For most, this is a very attractive quality, which is why Gryffindors are often popular and have many friends and admirers. There are others who are a little uncouth. This doesn't change who they are, it just means that they are more self-confident than most, someone in the past told them that being as emotional as they are is bad, and they decided to hide their feelings. They try to curb their emotions and demonstrate only their strength and the fact that they cannot be broken. Such Gryffindors seem to surround themselves with a wall, but if you establish mutual understanding with them, this “wall” will quickly fall.
The most positive quality of Gryffindors is their "correctness." This does not mean that they are absolutely perfect and good, just that they have high moral standards and instinctively always try to do the right thing. One can argue whether what they think is true is really true, but that is how they feel, and their intuition rarely fails them. Positive sides Such instinct is courage and strong will, since Gryffindors prefer to act rather than think. They will not sit and weigh the pros and cons and think about what is best for them, they only feel the need and desire to act, and it does not matter what the cost is.
Gryffindors are undoubtedly loyal, and this is another positive quality they have. They will not leave you at a difficult moment, and will stay with you until the very end. If you find yourself in difficult situation and need support, a Gryffindor will be ideal friend. However, these same qualities can also have a negative side; their need to be with others and help can drown out their own needs. But a Gryffindor can forget about own desires only for a while, until their inner “lion” begins to worry, and the growing barrage of their own emotions covers them completely. Gryffindors are perhaps the most emotional of the houses, they need to vent their emotions, and if they are deprived of this opportunity, their impulsive nature can turn against them. In such cases, they may act rashly, doing and saying things that they will later regret.
Gryffindors tend to talk too much because they don't always think before they say anything. They very rarely actually want to hurt another person, and belong to the type of people who can act under the influence of a momentary impulse, or circumstances, which becomes the reason for rash actions. Regrets about what they have done very often cause them pain; as soon as they have time to really think about their action, emotions overwhelm them, causing unbearable torment. This is why Leos rarely stop to think in order to rid themselves of unwanted feelings.
The most common zodiac sign among Gryffindors is, as you probably already guessed, Leo. Leos work well together, creating a family and surrounding your heart with a shield of love, courage and friendship. Among the more determined Gryffindors, a common sign is Aries, as well as Aquarius and Sagittarius.
Hobby
Gryffindors are an unstoppable force and are usually very active in business. They love adventure and are constantly looking for new ones. interesting activities to feel your freedom and beauty. They are often the first to try risky activities such as skydiving or mountain climbing. They are also the most athletic of all the houses, especially when it comes to team sports, and they love the idea of cooperation and working together to achieve a common goal. The most common sports among Gryffindors are basketball, baseball/softball, and volleyball. Other non-sports activities common to Gryffindors include: writing documentary articles (sometimes publications, journalism), marathons watching horror films, and poking their noses into all sorts of household affairs.
Friendship
Gryffindors can be the best friends or the worst. At their best, they are loyal, loving and will do anything for you. Friendship is a very serious matter for them, as they consider their friends to be part of their family and expect the same in return. Therefore, if they feel deceived, it hurts them deeply, and their impulsive nature can cause them to do things that they really do not want. If they have been betrayed, they may spread false rumors, or tell secrets that you entrusted to them, only to make you feel the same pain as them. Although they often blame the Slytherins for this, Gryffindors are just as committed to the ideal of an eye for an eye. They can be great friends, but watch what you say, you may very much regret what you said later.
Personal relationships
The way Gryffindors behave in romantic relationships is very similar to how they behave in friendship, only a little calmer, since they value friends more than love. If they are happy, they will be loyal, praise you and love you with all their hearts. If you hurt them, they may lash out when disappointed, but once they calm down, they will apologize and still love you if you are willing to accept them again. The problem with relationships with Gryffindors is that they are very independent in their opinions, for them love is not the number one priority, so if you need someone who will devote himself exclusively to you, you have come to the wrong address.
Typology
The usual typology of a Gryffindor is an ESE (ethical-sensory extrovert). Naturally, the typology different people varies, but in general, Gryffindors are friendly and outgoing by nature, with high level ability to empathize and high moral standards. They love others, but they also hold themselves above others, without realizing it.
Psychopathology
Gryffindors are unconsciously prone to narcissism, thinking that they are better than others, they can offend people while simultaneously encouraging themselves. They also tend to see everything in black and white terms (borderline thinking), preferring to stand their ground and reject any opinion that does not coincide with their views. Gryffindors may have problems with attention span; they rarely find academic subjects to their liking, and can tune out, thinking about their own things, and not paying attention to what they should learn. Gryffindors rarely get depressed, but when they do Bad mood, they become extremely dependent, and can become real “Velcro” in relation to friends. If you know such a Gryffindor, ask what is bothering him and reassure him that he is loved and special. If he can give vent to his feelings, his mood will improve tenfold.
Religious views
Since Gryffindors are very attached to their family, it is common for them to maintain the faith in which they grew up. This is what most people do, but Gryffindors usually don't change their minds and choose their own path. They feel that if they do not adhere to the faith that was instilled in them when they were children, then to some extent they will betray their family, which for them is tantamount to murder in the first degree. If they have doubts about the beliefs they were raised with, they will not voice them, but will simply take an agnostic view and thus remain in the comfort zone without choosing what they believe or not believe.
Political Views
Gryffindors are usually very political, their beliefs are strong and politics is a way to speak out. Moreover, Gryffindors often turn out to be politicians; they feel confident in debates and social media in general. One way or another, in disputes they feel like a fish in water, and are ready to argue for hours, if you give them such an opportunity, their opinion will be unshakable, and you may reconsider yours. They like to see your hesitation and express their opinion.
Job
Common career choices among Gryffindors are those in which they can form relationships while remaining strong and bold in their views. This means that they often choose the fields of politics, sports and sometimes law. Gryffindors, without knowing it, often work among Slytherins, they naturally compete and feed each other, the ambitions of the “snakes” make the blood of the “lions” circulate faster, and they are the ones who work best together. More passive Gryffindors may choose a career in nonfiction writing or journalism, these fields also give Gryffindors the opportunity to express their thoughts and inform others.
Ideal environment
In a Gryffindor's ideal environment, there would be a variety of people present, including those they could "blow off steam" on, after which they could best get to work. They like places where they feel at home, although they love adventure, they also need protection. Literally Gryffindors prefer warm places, which warm their blood and fuel their internal strength. They like cities, large or small, and hot and moderately dry places.
Self-perception
What Gryffindors think about themselves and how they actually perceive themselves are two very different things. Gryffindors think of themselves as down-to-earth, average people who just want to live their lives and have fun. In fact, they consider themselves very strong and energetic people, and also with a superiority complex. They thrive on praise from others, but rarely take their own self-perception into account.
Life mission
The purpose of a Gryffindor's life is simple - to change the world for the better, to immortalize his name in history, and to have fun in the process.
HUFFLEPUFF(Hufflepuff)
General personal characteristics
As a rule, representatives of this faculty are pacifists. They avoid conflict situations and are more likely to solve problems through conversation and common sense rather than resort to violence. They are children of nature and feel a strong spiritual connection with it. They are much more connected to animals and the Earth than other people. That is why they are so opposed to violence; in the long term, it will most affect natural factors, and for them it is an imbalance of nature. They firmly believe in absolute beauty in the world, in the soul and in the Universe. Although they rarely show it, they are easily upset because they understand that it can cause unnecessary worry and problems to others. They value others more than themselves, and rarely wish anyone harm. At their worst, Hufflepuffs are a force to be reckoned with, they are like Mother Nature herself - they grow stronger if they are neglected, do not consider them a "shy doe" due to their gentle disposition.
Positive and negative qualities
Hufflepuffs are very nice and have many positive qualities. They are kind and generous, healers by nature. They want the best for everyone and are often optimistic. They are not always as outgoing as Gryffindors, but once they feel comfortable in their surroundings, they are friendly and generally happy around friends.
They are very loyal and strong, and are never straightforward or rude. They are often good at absorbing other people's emotions and can absorb all your feelings, positive and negative, and understand them. This process can happen in two ways. If a Hufflepuff likes you (they usually see the best in people), they will empathize and try to use this opportunity to help you. If, for any reason, you betray or upset a Hufflepuff, don't expect him to just get angry, his darker and darker side will just come out. negative side. Hufflepuffs know all your strengths and weak sides and, out of their kindness, they keep them, but as soon as you betray their trust, they will use them against you, pressing on your most painful points. Never even think that Hufflepuffs are weak, and do not underestimate them. You will regret the consequences.
One more negative trait Hufflepuffs may have a habit of trying to be what they think others need them to be. They try to make themselves the person that someone else needs so that everyone can be happy. They certainly shouldn't do this, since self-expression and free spirit are what make Hufflepuffs who they are.
Common zodiac signs
The most common zodiac sign among Hufflepuffs is Cancer, both of whom have qualities of peacemaker and healer. They love people and they like to take care of them. They have no conflicting feelings about their own responsiveness; they simply want to treat others the way they would like to be treated. Pisces is also a common sign among Hufflepuffs, as both are cautious but full of creativity and imagination.
Hobby
Hufflepuffs prefer activities that make them feel like they are making the world a better place in some way, which can come in a variety of forms. This could be something significant, such as volunteer work or helping with children or animals, as well as something they personally believe in making the world a better place: gardening, painting, a writing career, the possibilities for activities and talents for a Hufflepuff are endless. In many ways, the choice depends on what branch of science and the Earth they are personally connected to, and what awakens their true spirit.
Friendship
Hufflepuffs tend to have many acquaintances rather than many friends. They get along with most people at a distance and prefer to keep things that way. They do not need to get close to people, since their senses and powers of observation tell them what others are feeling and thinking, they do not need to talk to people to understand their views. They are quite comfortable knowing many people, but having only a few close, true friends. In this case, they are the type of friends who will drive you home if you're drunk or bring you the things you need if you're not feeling well. They enjoy random acts of kindness towards their close friends as it shows their caring side. Since they avoid conflict, friendships with Hufflepuffs can last a very long time.
Personal relationships
Personal relationships can be difficult for a Hufflepuff. Although they won't admit it, Hufflepuffs try to escape the real world and may have difficulty maintaining stability. romantic relationships. They do not want to argue, even if it is sometimes necessary, they do not want to know where the relationship is going, they just need to know that they exist and they are quite happy with it. This attitude can cause attachment issues, despite being very caring, Hufflepuffs tend to see people as projects or children rather than a partner, which can become big problem in a relationship.
Typology
The usual typology for Hufflepuffs is SEE (sensory-ethical extrovert). Naturally, the typology of different people differs, but in general, Hufflepuffs love people, tend to feel the world around them, and experience strong attachments.
Psychopathology
Note: This section is not a diagnosis, but just a general observation.
Hufflepuffs can be very reserved and unsociable. This behavior can develop into a degree of disorder and affect daily life. Because of their desire for everything and everyone to be well, they may miss many opportunities. If something doesn't go according to plan, they feel very awkward, want to fix everything, but find themselves completely helpless. They have what many call a strange or eccentric way of thinking, and this is a trait they share with Ravenclaws. This is completely normal and doesn't necessarily mean they have any disorder, they just have a unique perception of things that others don't notice or understand.
Religious views
Hufflepuffs are very spiritual, whether they believe in some form of God or deity or not. They can feel spirituality simply within themselves, in their mind and heart, and that is absolutely fine with them. Whatever they believe, they are happy with it, just as they are satisfied with your faith, whatever you believe. They are not ones to argue and believe in there being many paths to God and/or spiritual wholeness.
Political Views
Hufflepuffs rarely turn to politics; they simply don’t need it. The meaning of disputes is not clear to them, and it is not clear to them what is wrong with the fact that everyone has their own opinion and their own outlook on life. Politics for them is a waste of time and energy, however, when it comes to certain issues, they will happily vote for what they think is right.
Job
Typically, Hufflepuffs choose professions that show their inner qualities as healers. Most often they are nannies, guardians, or choose other professions in the medical field. Hufflepuffs who are highly intuitive may also choose psychology or sociology, as their superior empathy makes them a great fit in these fields. They also love art, poetry and drawing or painting.
Ideal environment
The ideal environment for a Hufflepuff would be one where they can fully feel the integrity and correctness of what is happening, where everything should correspond to their idea of order. They are intellectual and spiritual nomads looking for their place, and when they find it, they immediately understand it and stay there. Literally, they like mild climates, often cold and snowy, sometimes rainy, soothing and at the same time beautiful places.
Self-perception
Hufflepuffs think of themselves as just good people, and they are. They try not to delve into their own negative aspects, because if they do this, they most often experience negative emotions, as if they are unworthy of what they have. Therefore, they try to focus on the positive and feel like happy and worthy members of the community.
Life mission
A Hufflepuff's mission in life is to help others and destroy evil. good deeds, and ultimately achieve nirvana.
RAVENCLAW(CRAWNAWAY)
General personal characteristics
Ravenclaws tend to hide their true selves in public. This makes them quite mysterious to others, an unusual puzzle that you want to solve, and for good reason. Ravenclaw is the virtuoso of the Hogwarts houses, filled with those who excel in a variety of intellectual and artistic areas of life. Ravenclaws are amazingly focused in all senses of the word, focusing on details regardless of the subject of their passion, and also seeing the big picture well enough to understand that they must pay attention to all aspects of their lives in order to succeed. Ravenclaws are observant and inquisitive, often preferring to observe people from a distance rather than interact with them.
Positive and negative qualities
The most positive characteristic feature Ravenclaws are most often considered to be their intelligence. While they have a general knowledge of most things, they also tend to specialize and focus their interests, and can become a walking encyclopedia in specialized areas of science or other areas of life. They can completely immerse themselves in their world of knowledge and be absolutely happy with this state of affairs.
They are quite easy to please, provided they are alone. They are used to being content with their own company, but their standards for others are very high. Therefore, when someone does not act as a Ravenclaw expects, they can become irritated, become harsh, thinking of others as unworthy of their attention. Many Ravenclaws can be incredibly critical. They are great at hiding their emotions, and can be very kind and sweet when they don't really care about you.
Another not-so-nice thing about Ravenclaws is that while they are great in certain areas, they sometimes lack common sense or worldly wisdom. Sometimes they do not understand the simplest things, simply because they believe that they do not have time for them, and they are not important to them. This is normal for them, but others may have a different opinion on this matter.
Common zodiac signs
An extremely common zodiac sign among Ravenclaws is Virgo, they both strive for improvement and order. This does not mean that they are control freaks, but they are very independent in their desire for things to be their way, and if things turn out differently, it can easily make them nervous. Sagittarians are also very common among Ravenclaws, as they are observant and gifted with imagination.
Hobby
Ravenclaws often have a wide range of interests, and are more inclined towards things that train the mind than sports. This means they enjoy writing, fiction or non-fiction, reading, drawing, they love various forms of design, musical instruments, and this is just a small fraction of their interests. More sensitive Ravenclaws may enjoy caring for animals.
Friendship
Ravenclaws are the same Good friends like the rest. They can be loyal, however, if you are looking for someone who jumps at every opportunity to spend time with you or have fun with you, then this is not a Ravenclaw. They feel uncomfortable in large groups, and prefer to have a few close friends, those who improve their minds and challenge them to be better. They usually make most of their friends at work or in their field of science, since having common interests with a person makes them feel more relaxed. They will not start quarrels and will not cause conflict, they just like that they have friends whom they can rely on if necessary, and who will lend a helping hand to them if necessary.
Personal relationships
Getting a Ravenclaw into a relationship can be difficult, as they are not romantic. Before rushing into the whirlpool of a relationship, they usually weigh the pros and cons of whether this one will fit in new person into their lives, and is it suitable this person into the pattern of life that they have already defined for themselves. They firmly adhere to this tactic, and their attitude to love is surpassed only by Slytherins. If a Ravenclaw decides that you are worthy of their time, they may not be very loving at first, but you should give them time to let their heart melt and let them know that you are their soul mate, and over time they will become sweet and carefree in their love .
Typology
The usual typology of a Ravenclaw is OR (intuitive-logical introvert). Naturally, the typology of different people differs, but by their nature, Ravenclaws are quiet, they contemplate things and think about their purpose and structure, and do not immediately take action.
Ppsychopathology
Note: This section is not a diagnosis, but just a general observation.
Ravenclaws can be staunch perfectionists, everything should be just the way they want it, almost to the point of obsessive obsession. Moreover, many of them tend to think that if something is not done exactly as they need, something terrible and catastrophic may happen. They may also have a very eccentric way of thinking compared to their more outgoing counterparts, as they are rarely subject to public influence and express themselves as they please, but this is by no means a flaw. More sensitive Ravenclaws may be susceptible to depression if they feel disconnected from the world, not realizing that it is in their nature to be independent and the only way they will find happiness, and think that something is wrong with them, becoming despondent. Sometimes they don't know how to deal with it, so if you are a close friend of a Ravenclaw and you see that he is sad, it is best to reassure him that he is unique and beautiful. Apart from friends, they can also turn to books or movies to overcome depression.
Religious views
Ravenclaws most often hold one of the extreme views on religion, the first being that they can be surprisingly and deeply spiritual. This of course applies to any religion, although they are more inclined to those that include the universe as a whole than to those in which there is one omnipotent God, since this idea does not seem very convincing to them. The second path that a Ravenclaw usually takes is science and the belief that everything happens according to the law of action and reaction, that there is no higher power, and that the Earth is what it is thanks to science, and everything that is in the world can be easily explained, if you try.
Political Views
Although they don't often speak their minds directly, Ravenclaws love to argue. They like the idea of mutual intellectual discussion, finding out what others think and comparing them with their own thoughts. They will not argue with people who hold extreme views and those who have no idea about the subject of the dispute, they want a thoughtful, meaningful discussion about what is happening in the world. If you give them this opportunity, they will be very happy to talk to you, and it is such people who awaken their interest in the world of politics.
Job
A common job or occupation for Ravenclaws is one where they can improve themselves while informing others. A more outgoing Ravenclaw may have a penchant for psychiatry or psychology, counseling, or teaching. Ravenclaws are prone to logical thinking choose criminology, mathematics or architecture. Many of them are very fond of the world of literature and can become writers in various genres.
Ideal environment
The ideal environment for a Ravenclaw is one in which they feel productive, as if they are not working they feel like they are useless and wasting their intelligence. They love challenges and they like to feel that their minds are in constant motion. Literally, the environment that a Ravenclaw would enjoy is a place with cool or temperate climate, with little or no rain, as they feel that clouds or storms may cloud their minds too.
Self-perception
Ravenclaws often think of themselves as the unique minds of this world, they are completely confident in their own uniqueness and consider themselves superior to others. But most often this does not manifest itself in any negative way, and they try not to brag about their own achievements. Ravenclaws see themselves as successes in the making.
SLYTHERIN
General personal characteristics
Firstly, it should be noted that despite the unfair opinion that all Slytherins are naturally evil, this is not the case at all. Evil comes in many forms, including from all Hogwarts houses, not just one. Slytherins are simply very strong in their ambitions, self-confident and purposeful. They don't let emotions or commitments get in the way, and once they set a goal, they intend to achieve it, no matter what the path to getting there is. They don't actually mean to hurt people when they do so, they are just incredibly straightforward and driven, a trait that seems shocking to the more emotional Houses. In a word, Slytherins are strong and beautiful in their strength, as they defend their positions and refuse to be nothing in this world.
Positive and negative qualities
The most positive qualities Slytherins are their determination and will. They are adamant and cannot be offended with words. They can handle everything on their own, they don’t need your approval or permission, one way or another, your opinion means nothing to them. They are proud of their achievements, often set new goals for themselves along with overall long-term plans, and always reward themselves, ensuring their success in life.
Slytherins can be extremely self-confident, which some may consider a negative trait, although it helps them greatly in life. They are very strong and energetic, and are excellent at using persuasion and flattery to achieve the desired result. This is a remarkable trait, as it means that they do not need to use brute force or get into an argument, which, however, they can also initiate. They can easily cause conflict and offend others, but often this does not happen on purpose, they are simply single-minded and indifferent to the views of others, and therefore do not think about what they say in that way.
Oddly enough, the positive traits of Slytherins are also their negative qualities. This is because they often experience extreme ups and downs that are caused by their behavior. Others can't put them down, but they can very easily hurt themselves by thinking about everything they've ever done wrong. They may suddenly panic about this and consider themselves complete failures. Sometimes their protective barriers may collapse, in such cases they do not know how to react to the world, and become like frightened children, in such situations they need a friend who will not turn away from them, despite the fact that at such moments they may flare up.
Common zodiac signs
A very common sign among Slytherins is Libra, as both are excellent at the art of eloquence and like to weigh all the possibilities in order to choose the best for themselves. Both can be very mercantile, but they can also be kind if they want. More outgoing, and sometimes even more ambitious, Slytherins can be Geminis.
Hobby
Any activity that a Slytherin undertakes should be useful, if they feel that they are wasting their time, they will very quickly become angry with themselves. Often they choose a hobby more as a backup plan than for entertainment, something that, if necessary, can become a good career. Some of the activities that Slytherins enjoy include: different kinds sports, usually more rigorous ones, such as American football or rugby, graphic or web design, and novel writing.
Friendship
Quite often, Slytherins easily form friendships and just as easily leave them without maintaining them, since friends are most often not part of their plan. More often than not, they have a few close friends to whom they are very loyal and who are among the small number of people they care about most in life. Slytherins may seem cold and uncaring, but never underestimate their love for their family and friends, it is strong and unflagging. They are not the kind of people who will spread rumors about you, because if they want to, they would rather do that to a stranger than to someone they don't want to harm. If a Slytherin has offended you, and he realizes it, then it is very difficult for him to apologize, since apologizing for them is a sign of weakness. If they try to talk to you as often as possible and seem more pleasant than usual, this is usually a sign that they are very sorry for what they did, whatever it was.
Personal relationships
A relationship with a Slytherin is a bit like a forest fire, difficult to control and even more difficult to extinguish. They can be very passionate if they want to, and love to be intense and experiment, as their attractiveness means a lot to them, even if they don't like to discuss it. However, if you upset them, their emotions may switch like a switch, and they may end the relationship completely and act as if they never knew you. A rejected Slytherin is an unpleasant person, since love for them is just a stupid game that can collapse at any moment if you just say one wrong word.
Typology
The usual typology of a Slytherin is LII (logical-intuitive introvert). Naturally, the typology of different people differs, but by nature Slytherins are goal-oriented, good at keeping a distance from the feelings of others, and have a strong mentality.
Psychopathology
Note: This section is not a diagnosis, but just a general observation.
Slytherins can be narcissistic at times, and are generally cold towards the feelings of others, focusing on their own needs and ideals. With this attitude they can offend others, but often this does not happen intentionally; such behavior is like a second instinct for them. They can also be perfectionists by nature, and become very upset if things don't turn out the way they expected. They hide their emotions so well that sometimes it becomes even scary, but in essence they are the second most emotional faculty, and can be prone to extremes, and sometimes depression. They may try to avoid situations that evoke sympathy in them.
Religious views
Slytherins are the most agnostic in their views of all the houses. They believe what they believe, but rarely dwell on it, and they don't care much about what others believe. They are more inclined to the general idea of the human race and its interaction as a whole than to the concepts of good and evil, and this does not bother them in the least. They believe that everyone goes their own way, and they go along with everyone else, not forgetting to get their share of entertainment along the way.
Political Views
Some Slytherins are not interested in politics at all, but those who are love to argue, and can be very “poisonous” if they get down to business. They love to debate, but although they will listen to you, you will rarely be able to change their minds. On the contrary, most often you will find their arguments very convincing, and by the time they are finished with you, you yourself will re-evaluate your own beliefs.
Job
A common choice among Slytherins is prestigious professions, as they expect only the best for themselves. They may be surgeons, doctors, lawyers or journalists. More artistic Slytherins may choose a career as an actor, singer, or dancer.
Ideal environment
The ideal environment for a Slytherin is one in which he feels at his best, and in which it is he who decides what to be and what not to be. They have a strong need to be independent and superior to others, and enjoy climbing to the top of the food chain. Literally, Slytherins like warm, humid places.
Self-perception
Slytherins have two views of themselves, depending on their mood. According to the first, they are magnificent, they are perfect individuals, ready to manage and be the best in everything. The second view occurs when they become self-righteous or get into trouble - they are rude individuals, lonely at heart.
Life mission
A Slytherin's mission is to do what they do best, to make their name famous and to be proud of who they are and where they come from.
We thank correspondent Tonia Castle for the translation.
One of the features of the Harry Potter novels, which largely determined the enormous popularity of the works, is realistic description magical world, where everything is subject to strict rules and laws. The main events take place at the Hogwarts School of Magic, founded about a thousand years ago by the wizards Gryffindor and Slytherin, the witches Ravenclaw and Hufflepuff.
Children of magicians from the age of 11 study at Hogwarts faculties. Study lasts 7 years, and every year students take exams. Managers educational institution- headmaster and his deputy (Albus Dumbledore and Minerva McGonagall). Control over the activities of management is exercised by the Board of Trustees, which includes 12 people.
Hogwarts House Structure
Hogwarts faculties are four departments of the school of wizards, where students are selected based on their character type. Before assignment, young magicians put on a special hat, which gives the answer to where the sorcerer should undergo training. Selection is carried out on the basis of personal qualities.
Main characteristics of Hogwarts faculties:
- Nobility and Courage - Gryffindor House;
- Intelligence, sense of humor, wisdom - Ravenclaw;
- Perseverance, hard work and honesty - Hufflepuff;
- Cunning, thirst for power, resourcefulness - Slytherin.
Harry Potter, possessing all the above qualities to varying degrees, could choose any Hogwarts house, but he categorically rejected only one of them - Slytherin, and then the Sorting Hat sent him to Gryffindor.
Faculty is small world or the student's home, where he spends all his time. There is a bedroom, a study room, and a living room. The more success students achieve, the more points they earn, thereby increasing the prestige of their “house”. The best Hogwarts house is determined by the number of points scored.
Symbols and grades in faculties
JK Rowling, with her knowledge in the field of management organization and jurisprudence, gave a brilliant description of the Hogwarts faculties, starting from the hierarchy teaching staff and ending with the grading system. For example, the number of points is measured by the magic hourglass in the hall - each faculty has its own clock.
Instead of grains of sand - gems, corresponding to the symbolic color of each house - red rubies in Gryffindor, yellowish topazes in Hufflepuff, emeralds in Slytherin and blue sapphires in Ravenclaw. At the end of the academic year, the best faculty is awarded the school cup.
Each has its own symbols - the beast, the elements, ghosts. In Gryffindor the symbols are Lion, Fire, Almost Headless Nick, in Ravenclaw - Eagle, Air, Gray Lady, in Slytherin - Snake, Water, Bloody Baron, in Hufflepuff - Badger, Earth, Fat Monk.
When describing faculties, Rowling paid great attention to the grading of grades. The highest score in passing grades is P (excellent), the lowest is U (satisfactory). The highest result in non-passing marks is C (weak), the lowest is T (troll).
Harry Potter Faculty
Gryffindor is considered one of the best houses at Hogwarts, but not all students are exemplary. Some young magicians are rude and cynical, others try to use spells to their advantage. Everything is the same as in ordinary life - there are no ideal magicians, just like there are no perfect people.
The Gryffindor common room is located on the seventh floor of the castle's east wing, guarded by a portrait of the Fat Lady in a pink dress. She requires everyone who tries to enter the room to say the password. The password is given to the students by the head of the faculty.
In the Potter books there are detailed descriptions all faculties and procedures operating at the school. The well-thought-out system still causes admiration and surprise among professional managers, economists and lawyers. Talent truly works wonders!