Believe Quote by Cassandra Clare
“Don't stop there. I suppose there are also, what, vampires and werewolves and zombies?" "Of course there are. Although you mostly find zombies farther south, where the voudun priests are." "What about mummies? Do they only hang around Egypt?" "Don't be ridiculous. No one believes in mummies.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Clockwork Angel, The Mortal Instruments series, 2007
The speaker highlights the absurdity of dismissing fantastical creatures while accepting others, showing selective belief in myths.
In simple terms: People accept some myths while rejecting others.
Key Takeaway
Question your assumptions about what is considered plausible.
Themes
myths
belief
fantasy
Mood
playful
skeptical
Type
dialogue
humorous
When to use this quote
- discussing folklore
- writing fiction
- debating supernatural
- teaching critical thinking
Key Concepts
selective acceptance
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- What determines which myths we accept?
- How do cultural narratives shape our belief in monsters?
A Different Perspective
The quote may oversimplify cultural differences in myth acceptance.
