Unleashing the Dark Lord: Top 10 Voldemort Quotes

The worldwide appeal of the Harry Potter series is undeniable, bringing joy to countless readers. The story follows a young boy who discovers that he is a wizard and embarks on a journey to master magic in order to defeat the evil Lord Voldemort, who murdered his parents. Though Voldemort had disappeared for a time, he resurfaces with a vengeance, wreaking havoc on the magical world. Throughout the series, he delivers memorable and often cutting lines to Harry, his opponents, and his Death Eaters, some of which are downright hilarious.

10 "I Fashioned Myself A New Name, A Name I Knew Wizards Everywhere Would One Day Fear To Speak When I Had Become The Greatest Sorcerer In The World."

In Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, young Tom Riddle expressed his disdain for his birth name due to its association with his Muggle heritage. His unwavering desire to distance himself from all things non-magical and be acknowledged solely for his wizarding abilities exemplifies his ambitious and determined nature. However, this unbridled hatred ultimately led him down a path of evil and a refusal to be identified with anything other than wizardry.

9 "And You Will Lose. Everything."

During their battle in the Department of Mysteries in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Voldemort attempts to sway Harry to the dark side by invading his mind. Despite the villain's efforts, Harry refuses to give in, prompting Voldemort to warn him that he will not only lose the battle but also his friends. This moment of foreshadowing highlights Voldemort's failure to comprehend the power of love and friendship, which ultimately leads to his downfall.

8 "Come Out, Harry, Come Out And Play, Then It Will Be Quick, It Might Even Be Painless, I Would Not Know, I Have Never Died."

During Voldemort's confrontation with Harry at the Department of Mysteries in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, he manipulates Harry into a deadly battle by taunting him with the concept of death. This eerie tactic also highlights Voldemort's own fear of death, which he sees as a mortal weakness associated with Muggles. This foreshadows the introduction of horcruxes in the upcoming book and the ultimate climax in the final chapter of the series.

7 "Welcome, My Friends. Thirteen Years It's Been, And Yet, Here You Stand Before Me, As though It Were Only Yesterday. I Confess Myself... Disappointed. Not One Of You Tried To Find Me."

When Voldemort resurfaces in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, he doesn't hesitate to lash out at his followers with his words. He expresses his disappointment rather than excitement upon their return, and calls out their cowardice for choosing to lead comfortable lives instead of actively seeking him out. The delivery is chilling, leaving readers and viewers feeling the fear of the Death Eaters as they realize their role as pawns in his sinister agenda.

6 "Out Of Fear, Not Loyalty."

In Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Voldemort reminds Peter Pettigrew that he only returned to his side because his hiding spot as a rat with the Weasleys had been compromised. Although Voldemort accepted Pettigrew's assistance, he was aware that Pettigrew's loyalty was not genuine and that he would have stayed hidden if given the option.

5 "I Want You To Look At Me When I Kill You."

In Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, this particular line highlights Voldemort's pure evilness as he prepares to execute the Boy Who Lived. Despite having restored his body, Voldemort insists on being a showman and wants Harry to witness his impending death. He goes as far as to persuade Harry into a fair fight, rather than taking advantage of Harry's vulnerable state as he flees for his life and hides behind anything he can find for protection. This moment sets the stage for the Priori Incantatem sequence, which has a significant impact on Voldemort's actions in subsequent films.

4 "Master The Wand, And I Master Potter At Last."

In Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Voldemort realizes that the cores of his and Harry's wands are preventing him from killing Harry. Determined to defeat him, he sets his sights on the Elder Wand, the most powerful wand in wizarding history. Little did he know that his pursuit of the wand would ultimately lead to his downfall. As Ollivander had previously stated, "the wand chooses the wizard," and the Elder Wand had been loyal to Dumbledore until he was disarmed by Draco Malfoy. When Potter disarmed Malfoy, he became the true master of the Elder Wand, unbeknownst to Voldemort who thought it was still in his possession.

3 "Greatness Inspires Envy, Envy Engenders Spite, Spite Spawns Lies."

In Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, there's a line that showcases Voldemort's charisma and delusional nature. During his interview for the Defense Against the Dark Arts job with Dumbledore, he tries to convince him that the negative comments about his actions stem from jealousy. However, Dumbledore sees Voldemort's actions as evil instead of great and feels sad for him rather than envious. It's a clear example of Voldemort's delusion as he believes that his actions of pushing magical boundaries are a display of greatness.

2 "Harry Potter. The Boy Who Lived, Come To Die. Avada Kedavra!"

The mention of Harry's willingness to sacrifice himself in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows evokes not only fear, but also a profound sense of sorrow. Despite having lived for 17 years, Harry is now prepared to die in order to save others. Meanwhile, Voldemort is convinced of his victory and believes he has defeated his arch-nemesis once and for all. However, his decision ultimately proves to be fatal, and his recognition of Harry before casting the killing curse is a poignant moment that can move even the most devoted Potter enthusiasts to tears.

1 "There Is No Good And Evil. There Is Only Power And Those Too Weak To Seek It."

Lord Voldemort's motivations can be summed up perfectly with this quote from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. He is driven by ambition and cutthroat tactics to acquire power, disregarding any moral considerations. This leads him to attack and kill anyone who stands in his way without hesitation. However, his relentless pursuit of power ultimately becomes his downfall. He attempts to eliminate anyone with the ability to stop him, resulting in the survival of Harry Potter, whom he tried to kill. He also steals the most powerful wand from Dumbledore's grave, only to have it prove loyal to Potter. Despite his obsession with power, Voldemort never learns the lesson about the strength of love and how it exposes his true weakness.