Michael Gambon took over the iconic role of Albus Dumbledore, the Headmaster of Hogwarts, from the third film in the Harry Potter series following the unfortunate passing of Richard Harris. His portrayal brought a different energy to the character and provided audiences with memorable lines that have been quoted by fans ever since. Here are 10 of Michael Gambon’s best Dumbledore quotes that capture the wisdom and charm of Hogwarts’ most famous headmaster:

1.”Happiness can be found even in the darkest of times if one only remembers to turn on the light.” –Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

2.”It is our choices, Harry, that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities.” –Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

3.”You will find that help will always be given at Hogwarts to those who ask for it.” –Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

4.”Alas! Earwax.” –Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (This line was also said by Richard Harris’s Dumbledore in his portrayal.)

5.”It does not do to dwell on dreams and forget to live.” –Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (Also a line originally delivered by Richard Harris.)

6.”Numbing the pain for a while will make it worse when you finally feel it.” –Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

7.”I am not worried, Harry. I am with you.” –Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

8.”Remember, if the time should come when you have to make a choice between what is right and what is easy…” –Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

9.”While we may come from different places and speak in different tongues, our hearts beat as one.” –Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

10.“Of course it is happening inside your head, Harry, but why on earth should that mean that it is not real?” –Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

Each quote encompasses a message that resonates beyond the magical world into real life, offering audiences both young and old valuable lessons about courage, choice, assistance, living in moment, dealing with pain, companionship in difficult times, integrity over ease, unity despite diversity, and confronting reality within one’s own mind. Michael Gambon’s rendition of these lines has undoubtedly contributed to Dumbledore’s legacy as one of literature’s greatest wise old mentors.