The Hogwarts houses reflect three of the four classical Greek virtues—Gryffindor embodies courage, Ravenclaw prioritizes wisdom, and Hufflepuff champions justice—while Slytherin’s ambition challenges the Greek ideal of temperance. Angel unpacks these connections through Aristotle’s philosophy, illustrating how Harry Potter provides a modern lens on ethical character development. Whether you’re a fan of the series or a student of virtue ethics, this analysis reveals how ancient wisdom still shapes our understanding of morality today.
