Chapter Summary:
Harry, Ron, and Hermione learn that the secret to getting past the three-headed dog, Fluffy, is playing music. Racing to protect the Philosopher’s Stone from Professor Snape, they slip through the trapdoor and face a gauntlet of magical obstacles designed by the Hogwarts teachers.
when life drops us through a trapdoor
may we know happiness
even in the darkest of times
if we only remember
to turn on the marvellous light
lumos
O Celestial Chess Grandmaster, enchant our eyes,
that we may see your mystery
pause
Let us surround ourselves with friends,
on the fun adventures, and the difficult ones
We solemnly swear to seek the common good
reflect
What makes you who you are?
“Harry – you’re a great wizard, you know.” “I’m not as good as you.” “Me! said Hermione. Books! And cleverness! There are more important things – friendship and bravery”
– Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, Chapter 16: Through the Trapdoor
Help us live this Muggle day to the full
confident to tackle life’s adventures with friends by our side
Help us carry awareness of life’s magic
into every moment, in every breath