So now we know that J.K. Rowling's next book will be titled "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows." The question presents itself: what does this phrase mean exactly? And, perhaps more to the point, what will it mean for Harry? Let the speculation begin.
We can start by simply pointing out what the words mean. Hallow is a verb meaning "to make holy, to sanctify, or consecrate." It can mean "to honor as holy, to venerate." In the context of "deathly hallows" we can only imagine how J.K. Rowling intends the first word to modify the second. It has struck many fans as a dark and foreboding title. Only time will tell what its true meaning is. We'll all have to wait patiently for the final book. Tell me what you think in comments!
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