What happened between James Potter and Snape?

Following an O.W.L. exam, James, with partner in crime Sirius Black, confronted the vulnerable young Snape, pinned him to the ground, filled his mouth with pink soap bubbles then lifted him into the air, threatening to completely undress the pale, slight Slytherin boy in front of a giggling crowd of fellow students.

What happened between Lily and Snape?

When Snape called Lily a “filthy Mudblood” in a fit of anger and humiliation when she defended him from his bullies (including James and Sirius), it was the last straw for Lily. When she later asked him if he still intended to become a Death Eater and he did not deny it, she severed all ties with him.

What happened to Lily Potter and James Potter?

Partially overheard by a Death Eater, Severus Snape, who reports what he heard to Voldemort. Lily becomes pregnant with Harry, and both she and James go into hiding because of the prophecy (OBT/CH).

What did Severus Snape do to protect Lily Potter?

Severus Snape discovers that Lily and her infant son have been targeted by Voldemort, has a crisis of conscience, and tells Albus Dumbledore. Snape offers his allegiance to Dumbledore in exchange for protection for Lily and is given the position of Hogwarts Potions Master.

How does Snape protect Lily from Dumbledore?

Snape offers his allegiance to Dumbledore in exchange for protection for Lily and is given the position of Hogwarts Potions Master. Approximately a week before the attack, Dumbledore suggests that the Potters use the Fidelius Charm to protect their hiding place.

Why is Snape so important in the Harry Potter series?

It was Snape who overheard the prophecy that would go on to define Lord Voldemort and Harry Potter’s lives for years afterwards. The prophecy can be seen as the catalyst for everything; it led to the death of Lily, his great love, and Snape spent the entire course of Harry’s (and his own) life trying to make amends.