The Ü™
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- MBTI Type
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- sp/sx
In his teaching, Snape seems more procedural than conceptual. He also expects his students to follow the forms. The surest way to get on Snape's wrong side is to violate a protocol (which sadly seems to be Harry's way of life).
Would these traits mitigate toward J rather than P?
Yes, Js are more directive than informative and tend to want things done their way. They tend to make rules for others to abide by. In short, Js are control freaks. When Js teach, they tend to dictate, whether it be concrete facts or abstract concepts.
I think Snape really is more of an INTJ because he's both innovative and methodical. Ns, especially Introverted Ns. also tend to be bookish and research oriented, and this is very true of Snape.
INTJs can also be rather loyal -- that's not exclusive to SJs. For example, I tend to do what I'm told by other people because it affords me more private time afterwards, or perhaps, I show loyalty to someone because I see a sort of strategic purpose.
INTJs are also quite snappy because, more than any other type, they tend to get impatient when they keep having to explain things.
Oh, and did I mention that Snape is really sarcastic? That's pretty INTJ-ish, for you.