Immediate Aftermath:
* Shock and Grief: Harry, Ron, and Hermione are utterly devastated by Dumbledore's death. They are in shock, struggling to process what has just happened.
* Snape's Escape: Snape, disguised as a Death Eater, uses the chaos to escape Hogwarts with the Elder Wand.
* Draco's Failure: Draco Malfoy, who had been tasked with killing Dumbledore, is unable to complete the task. He is emotionally shattered and becomes a target for Bellatrix Lestrange.
* The Prophecy: Harry learns about a prophecy regarding Voldemort and a "dark mark" on Harry's soul. This prophecy is crucial to understanding Dumbledore's plan and the upcoming war.
* Dumbledore's Instructions: Before his death, Dumbledore leaves Harry a series of instructions, including the need to find the Horcruxes to destroy Voldemort. He also reveals that Snape was a Double Agent working for Dumbledore.
The aftermath continues to impact the story throughout the book:
* The Horcruxes: Harry and his friends begin to hunt for Voldemort's Horcruxes, guided by Dumbledore's instructions and clues.
* Snape's Role: The revelation of Snape's double agent status leaves Harry with many questions and a lingering sense of betrayal.
* Voldemort's Power: Voldemort's power grows as he regains the Elder Wand, adding to the sense of urgency and danger.
* The Battle for Hogwarts: The events after Dumbledore's death set the stage for the ultimate battle between good and evil at Hogwarts, a battle that will determine the fate of the wizarding world.
Key Moments:
* The Tower: Harry and Dumbledore are attacked by Draco Malfoy, who fails to kill Dumbledore. Snape then enters the scene and kills Dumbledore, taking the Elder Wand.
* Dumbledore's Legacy: Harry and his friends learn about Dumbledore's plans, his dedication to defeating Voldemort, and the sacrifices he made.
* The Horcrux Hunt: Harry, Ron, and Hermione start their dangerous quest to find and destroy Voldemort's Horcruxes.
* The Battle of the Astronomy Tower: This battle ends with the deaths of Snape and Dumbledore, leaving the wizarding world reeling and Harry devastated.
The events after Snape kills Dumbledore are crucial to the overall plot of Harry Potter. They propel the story forward, introduce new challenges, and ultimately pave the way for the final confrontation with Voldemort.