Through the Griffin Door Chapter 17: Educational Decree Number Twenty-Four | Order of the Phoenix
Dec 21, 2025
Join J and Ben as they explore Harry's brief happiness amid Umbridge's oppressive rule. They discuss the danger of leaked information and the symbolism behind Hedwig's injury. Professor Grubbly-Plank's quirky persona shines as she aids the injured owl. Tensions rise in Potions class with Umbridge lurking, while Fred and George concoct mischief with their new products. Sirius’s secret communication adds to the intrigue, and the hosts dive into the implications of the Educational Decree, all while keeping the atmosphere light and entertaining.
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Action Reduces Helplessness
- Harry feels empowered once he helps organize resistance, which eases his earlier isolation and anger.
- Jonathan and Ben highlight that taking action often turns anxiety into manageable inconvenience.
Decree As Authoritarian Tool
- Educational Decree 24 broadly bans assemblies by defining any regular meeting of three or more students as an organization.
- Ben and Jonathan point out the decree weaponizes bureaucracy to suppress dissent and control students.
Hedwig Symbolizes Lost Innocence
- Hedwig's injury is framed as an attack on Harry's innocence and childhood symbolism.
- Both hosts react strongly, noting animal cruelty intensifies emotional stakes against Umbridge.